CVE-2006-4121 in See-Commerce
Summary
by MITRE
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in owimg.php3 in See-Commerce 1.0.625 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the path parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/13/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-4121 represents a critical remote file inclusion flaw in the See-Commerce e-commerce platform version 1.0.625 and earlier. This vulnerability exists within the owimg.php3 script which fails to properly validate user input parameters, specifically the path parameter that controls file inclusion operations. The flaw enables malicious actors to inject arbitrary URLs into the path parameter, allowing them to execute unauthorized PHP code on the target system. This type of vulnerability falls under the category of insecure direct object references and improper input validation, making it particularly dangerous for web applications that process user-supplied data without adequate sanitization measures.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker manipulates the path parameter in the owimg.php3 script to include external URLs or file paths. When the application processes this input without proper validation, it inadvertently includes and executes remote PHP code from attacker-controlled servers. This mechanism allows for complete system compromise, enabling attackers to gain unauthorized access to server resources, execute arbitrary commands, and potentially establish persistent backdoors. The vulnerability directly maps to CWE-98, which describes improper restriction of operations within a recognized interface, and CWE-22, which addresses improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory.
From an operational perspective, this vulnerability poses severe risks to organizations using affected See-Commerce installations. Attackers can leverage this flaw to perform remote code execution, potentially leading to data breaches, system compromise, and complete loss of control over affected servers. The impact extends beyond immediate exploitation as attackers can use the compromised system as a launching point for further attacks within the network infrastructure. This vulnerability also aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059.007 for execution through PHP, and T1190 for exploitation of remote services. The lack of proper input validation and sanitization creates an environment where attackers can bypass security controls and execute malicious payloads without requiring legitimate credentials or privileged access.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2006-4121 should prioritize immediate patching of the See-Commerce platform to version 1.0.626 or later, which contains the necessary security fixes. Organizations should implement strict input validation and sanitization measures for all user-supplied parameters, particularly those used in file inclusion operations. The implementation of whitelisting mechanisms for file paths and the enforcement of secure coding practices can prevent similar vulnerabilities from occurring in future applications. Additionally, network segmentation and web application firewalls should be deployed to monitor and restrict access to vulnerable endpoints. Regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning should be conducted to identify and remediate similar flaws in other applications and systems. The vulnerability highlights the importance of following secure coding guidelines and implementing proper input validation to prevent remote code execution attacks that can lead to complete system compromise.