CVE-2006-3304 in DeluxeBB
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in cp.php in DeluxeBB 1.07 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the xmsn parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/05/2024
The vulnerability described in CVE-2006-3304 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the DeluxeBB 1.07 bulletin board system and earlier versions. This vulnerability specifically affects the cp.php script which serves as a control panel component within the application. The flaw manifests through improper input validation of the xmsn parameter, which is processed without adequate sanitization or escaping mechanisms. This oversight creates an exploitable entry point that allows remote attackers to inject malicious sql commands directly into the application's database layer.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which classifies sql injection as a weakness where untrusted data is incorporated into sql queries without proper validation or escaping. The xmsn parameter in cp.php receives user input that flows directly into sql execution contexts without any protective measures such as prepared statements or proper input filtering. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability by crafting malicious payloads that manipulate the sql query structure, potentially gaining unauthorized access to database contents, modifying or deleting information, or even executing administrative commands on the underlying database system.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data compromise, as it can enable full database system compromise and persistence within the affected environment. Remote attackers can exploit this weakness to escalate privileges, extract sensitive information including user credentials, personal data, and system configurations. The vulnerability affects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected web application and its underlying database infrastructure. Additionally, this flaw can serve as a foothold for further attacks within the network, as compromised database credentials often provide access to other systems that rely on the same database services.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2006-3304 should focus on immediate patching of the DeluxeBB application to version 1.08 or later where the vulnerability has been addressed. Organizations should implement input validation and sanitization measures for all user-supplied data, particularly parameters like xmsn that are processed within sql contexts. The implementation of prepared statements or parameterized queries should replace direct sql string concatenation approaches. Network-level protections such as web application firewalls can provide additional defense-in-depth measures, though these should not replace proper code-level fixes. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components of the application stack, following principles outlined in the mitre attack framework where such vulnerabilities often represent initial access vectors for more sophisticated attacks. System administrators should also monitor database logs for suspicious activity and implement proper access controls to limit the damage potential of any successful exploitation attempts.