CVE-2006-4643 in PhpLeague
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in consult/joueurs.php in Uni-Vert PhpLeague 0.82 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id_joueur parameter. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained from third party information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/03/2018
The CVE-2006-4643 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw in the Uni-Vert PhpLeague 0.82 web application and earlier versions. This vulnerability specifically affects the consult/joueurs.php script which handles player-related data retrieval operations. The flaw occurs when the application fails to properly sanitize user input passed through the id_joueur parameter, creating an exploitable pathway for malicious actors to inject arbitrary sql commands into the underlying database query execution process. The vulnerability's classification aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses sql injection weaknesses in software applications.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker crafts malicious input for the id_joueur parameter that bypasses normal input validation mechanisms. When the application processes this parameter without proper sanitization or parameterization, the injected sql code gets executed within the database context, potentially allowing attackers to extract sensitive data, modify database records, or even execute administrative commands on the database server. The vulnerability's remote nature means attackers can exploit this flaw without requiring local system access or authentication credentials, making it particularly dangerous for web applications exposed to public internet traffic.
The operational impact of CVE-2006-4643 extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could lead to complete database compromise and potential system takeover. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to access player information, personal data, and potentially administrative accounts within the phpleague application. The vulnerability's presence in Uni-Vert PhpLeague 0.82 and earlier versions indicates a widespread issue affecting multiple installations, as the flaw resides in the core application logic rather than specific configurations. This type of vulnerability falls under the ATT&CK technique T1190 - exploit public-facing application, where attackers target web applications as entry points for broader network compromise.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate application of security patches or code modifications to implement proper input validation and parameterized queries. Organizations should implement proper input sanitization techniques including prepared statements and parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks. The application should validate all user inputs against expected data types and ranges, while implementing proper error handling to prevent information leakage. Additionally, network-level protections such as web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems should be deployed to monitor for exploitation attempts. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of following secure coding practices and maintaining up-to-date application versions to prevent known security flaws from being exploited in production environments.