CVE-2006-4892 in FAQ Manager Package
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in faqview.asp in Techno Dreams FAQ Manager Package 1.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the key parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/29/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-4892 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the Techno Dreams FAQ Manager Package version 1.0, specifically affecting the faqview.asp component. This vulnerability arises from insufficient input validation and sanitization mechanisms that fail to properly escape or filter user-supplied data before incorporating it into database queries. The flaw manifests when the application processes the 'key' parameter without adequate security measures, creating an exploitable condition that enables malicious actors to inject arbitrary SQL commands into the backend database system.
Technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through the manipulation of the key parameter in the faqview.asp script, where attacker-controlled input directly influences the SQL query execution flow. The vulnerability maps to CWE-89, which categorizes SQL injection as a common weakness in web applications that allows attackers to manipulate database queries through malicious input. When an attacker submits crafted SQL commands via the key parameter, these commands bypass normal input validation and are executed within the database context, potentially allowing full database access, data extraction, modification, or deletion operations.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data compromise, as it provides attackers with the capability to escalate privileges and potentially gain deeper system access. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to extract sensitive information from the database, including user credentials, personal data, and application configuration details. The attack surface is particularly concerning as it affects a web-based FAQ management system, which often contains valuable organizational information and may serve as a foothold for further attacks within the network infrastructure. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.004, which describes application layer protocol manipulation, and T1190, covering exploitation of remote services through application vulnerabilities.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate implementation of proper input validation and parameterized query construction practices. Organizations should implement input sanitization measures that filter or escape special characters commonly used in SQL injection attacks, including single quotes, semicolons, and comment markers. The recommended approach involves transitioning from dynamic SQL query construction to parameterized queries or prepared statements, which ensure that user input is treated as data rather than executable code. Additionally, implementing proper access controls and database permissions, along with regular security testing and code reviews, would significantly reduce the risk of exploitation. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of input validation in web applications and aligns with security best practices outlined in OWASP Top Ten and other industry standards for preventing injection vulnerabilities.