CVE-2006-1964 in ASPSitem
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in Haberler.asp in ASPSitem 1.83 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/25/2018
The CVE-2006-1964 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw in the Haberler.asp component of ASPSitem version 1.83 and earlier. This vulnerability resides within the web application's handling of user input through the id parameter, creating an exploitable condition that allows remote attackers to manipulate database queries. The flaw stems from insufficient input validation and improper parameter sanitization within the application's backend processing logic, enabling malicious actors to inject arbitrary sql commands that execute with the privileges of the web application's database user.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability follows standard sql injection patterns where user-supplied data flows directly into sql query construction without adequate sanitization or parameterization. When an attacker submits a malicious id parameter containing sql payload characters such as single quotes, semicolons, or sql keywords, the application processes these inputs directly within the sql statement without proper escaping or validation. This creates a pathway for attackers to bypass authentication, extract sensitive data, modify database records, or even execute system commands depending on the database backend and application configuration.
From an operational perspective, this vulnerability poses significant risks to organizations using ASPSitem versions prior to 1.84. Attackers can leverage this flaw to gain unauthorized access to the underlying database, potentially compromising all stored information including user credentials, personal data, and business-critical records. The remote nature of the exploit means that attackers do not require physical access to the system, making the vulnerability particularly dangerous as it can be exploited from anywhere on the internet. The impact extends beyond simple data theft to include potential service disruption, data corruption, and compliance violations that could result in substantial financial and reputational damage.
The vulnerability aligns with CWE-89, which specifically addresses sql injection flaws in software applications, and maps to several ATT&CK tactics including initial access through web application exploitation and privilege escalation via database manipulation. Organizations should immediately implement patches or updates to ASPSitem to address this vulnerability, while also deploying web application firewalls to detect and block malicious sql injection attempts. Additionally, implementing proper input validation, parameterized queries, and regular security testing can prevent similar vulnerabilities from occurring in other components of the application stack. Security monitoring should include detection of unusual database access patterns and sql command execution that could indicate exploitation attempts.