CVE-2006-2042 in Dreamweaver
Summary
by MITRE
Adobe Dreamweaver 8 before 8.0.2 and MX 2004 can generate code that allows SQL injection attacks in the (1) ColdFusion, (2) PHP mySQL, (3) ASP, (4) ASP.NET, and (5) JSP server models.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/18/2019
Adobe Dreamweaver 8 before version 8.0.2 and MX 2004 contain a critical vulnerability that enables malicious code generation leading to SQL injection attacks across multiple server-side technologies. This vulnerability stems from the software's code generation capabilities that fail to properly sanitize user input when creating database queries for various web application frameworks. The flaw exists in the automated code generation process that constructs database interaction statements without adequate validation or escaping mechanisms for user-supplied data.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious SQL commands through the Dreamweaver-generated code by manipulating input fields that are subsequently used in database queries. When users create web applications using Dreamweaver's built-in database integration features, the software generates server-side code that directly incorporates user input into SQL statements without proper parameterization or input sanitization. This creates a direct pathway for SQL injection attacks across multiple server models including ColdFusion, PHP mySQL, ASP, ASP.NET, and JSP environments. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL injection flaws in software applications.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is significant as it affects the integrity and confidentiality of database systems that are integrated with web applications created using these Dreamweaver versions. Attackers can exploit this weakness to execute unauthorized database commands, potentially gaining access to sensitive information, modifying or deleting data, and even escalating privileges within the database environment. The widespread use of Dreamweaver in web development makes this vulnerability particularly dangerous as it could affect numerous applications across different organizations and industries. This vulnerability directly maps to several ATT&CK techniques including T1190 for exploitation of vulnerabilities and T1071.004 for application layer protocols, as it enables attackers to manipulate database interactions through web application interfaces.
Organizations using affected Dreamweaver versions should immediately upgrade to version 8.0.2 or later which includes proper input sanitization and code generation improvements. Additionally, developers should conduct thorough code reviews of Dreamweaver-generated code to identify and remediate any potential SQL injection vulnerabilities. Security measures including input validation, parameterized queries, and proper database access controls should be implemented as additional safeguards. The vulnerability highlights the importance of secure coding practices in development tools and demonstrates how automated code generation can introduce security weaknesses if proper sanitization mechanisms are not implemented. Regular security assessments of web applications created with Dreamweaver should be conducted to ensure that generated code meets security standards and does not introduce exploitable vulnerabilities into production environments.