CVE-2006-3396 in TaskHopper
Summary
by MITRE
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in galleria.html.php in Galleria Mambo Module 1.0 and earlier for Mambo allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the mosConfig_absolute_path parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/06/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-3396 represents a critical remote file inclusion flaw within the Galleria Mambo Module version 1.0 and earlier installations. This security weakness exists in the galleria.html.php component where the application fails to properly validate or sanitize user-supplied input parameters. The specific parameter mosConfig_absolute_path becomes the attack vector when attacker-controlled URLs are passed through this input field, allowing malicious actors to inject and execute arbitrary PHP code on the target system. This type of vulnerability falls under the category of CWE-88, which describes improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command, and more specifically relates to CWE-94, which encompasses the execution of arbitrary code due to insufficient input sanitization.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends far beyond simple code execution capabilities, as it provides attackers with complete control over the affected web server. Once exploited, adversaries can upload malicious files, establish persistent backdoors, access sensitive data, modify website content, and potentially use the compromised system as a launch point for further attacks within the network infrastructure. The vulnerability affects the broader Mambo content management system ecosystem, which was widely used in web applications during the mid-2000s, making numerous installations susceptible to exploitation. The attack surface is particularly concerning because it requires minimal user interaction to exploit, as the vulnerability can be triggered through simple URL manipulation without requiring authentication or complex social engineering tactics.
Security professionals should implement immediate mitigations including the complete removal or upgrading of vulnerable Galleria Mambo Module installations to patched versions. The recommended approach involves proper input validation and sanitization of all user-supplied parameters, specifically ensuring that the mosConfig_absolute_path parameter does not accept external URLs or file paths that could lead to remote code execution. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls with rules designed to detect and block suspicious URL patterns containing remote file inclusion attempts can provide additional layers of protection. Organizations should also consider implementing the principle of least privilege for web server accounts and establishing robust monitoring procedures to detect anomalous file access patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190, which describes the use of remote access tools and exploitation of web application vulnerabilities for unauthorized access, and demonstrates the critical importance of maintaining up-to-date software components to prevent known exploitation vectors from compromising system integrity.