CVE-2006-2884 in Kmita FAQ
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in Kmita FAQ 1.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the catid parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/17/2017
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-2884 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the Kmita FAQ 1.0 web application, specifically affecting the index.php script. This vulnerability exposes the application to remote code execution attacks through improper input validation mechanisms. The flaw manifests when the application fails to sanitize user-supplied data passed through the catid parameter, creating an avenue for malicious actors to inject arbitrary sql commands directly into the backend database query execution process. The vulnerability falls under the category of cwe-89 sql injection as defined by the common weakness enumeration framework, which specifically addresses improper neutralization of special elements used in sql commands. This weakness enables attackers to manipulate database queries by inserting sql syntax into input fields, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data or even executing administrative commands on the database server.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it provides attackers with the capability to perform complete database compromise operations. Remote attackers can exploit this flaw to extract confidential information, modify database records, delete critical data, or even escalate privileges within the database environment. The vulnerability affects the entire kmita FAQ 1.0 application since the index.php script serves as the primary entry point for category-based content retrieval. Given that the catid parameter is commonly used for navigation and content filtering, this vulnerability can be leveraged to access restricted sections of the application or to bypass authentication mechanisms entirely. The attack vector is particularly concerning as it requires no authentication and can be executed from any remote location, making it a high-severity threat that aligns with the attack technique described in the mitre att&ck framework under the category of sql injection attacks.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2006-2884 must focus on implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent sql injection exploitation. Organizations should immediately apply the vendor-supplied patch or upgrade to a newer version of the kmita FAQ application that addresses this vulnerability. The recommended defensive measures include implementing input sanitization routines that filter out special sql characters, utilizing prepared statements with parameterized queries to separate sql code from user data, and employing web application firewalls that can detect and block sql injection attempts. Additionally, database access should be restricted through proper privilege management, ensuring that application accounts have minimal required permissions and that the principle of least privilege is enforced. Security monitoring should include log analysis for suspicious sql patterns and regular vulnerability assessments to identify similar flaws within the application stack. The remediation process should also involve comprehensive code review to identify other potential sql injection points within the application that may present similar vulnerabilities, as this flaw represents a broader class of security issues that require systematic addressing across the entire codebase.