CVE-2006-5027 in JevonCMS
Summary
by MITRE
Jeroen Vennegoor JevonCMS, possibly pre alpha, allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a direct request for php/main/phplib files (1) db_msql.inc, (2) db_mssql.inc, (3) db_mysql.inc, (4) db_oci8.inc, (5) db_odbc.inc, (6) db_oracle.inc, and (7) db_pgsql.inc; and (8) db_sybase.inc, which reveals the path in various error messages.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/09/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-5027 affects Jeroen Vennegoor JevonCMS, a content management system that appears to be in pre-alpha development stages. This security flaw represents a critical information disclosure vulnerability that exposes sensitive system information to remote attackers through direct requests for specific database library files. The affected components include eight distinct database connection files that handle different database types including msql, mssql, mysql, oci8, odbc, oracle, pgsql, and sybase connections. When these files are accessed directly, they generate error messages containing path information that reveals the underlying system structure and file locations, providing attackers with valuable reconnaissance data.
This vulnerability directly maps to CWE-200, which describes the disclosure of information to unauthorized actors, and represents a classic example of improper error handling in web applications. The flaw occurs because the application fails to properly validate and restrict access to internal system files, allowing attackers to bypass normal application logic and directly request components that should only be accessible through proper application flow. The exposed paths can reveal directory structures, file locations, and potentially sensitive system information that could aid in subsequent attacks. From an operational perspective, this vulnerability creates an attack surface that enables threat actors to gather intelligence about the target system architecture, potentially leading to more sophisticated exploitation techniques.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple information disclosure, as it provides attackers with the foundational knowledge necessary for advanced exploitation. The revealed paths can help attackers understand the application's directory structure, identify potential weak points in the file system, and potentially discover other vulnerable components. This information disclosure aligns with techniques described in the MITRE ATT&CK framework under the information gathering phase, where attackers collect system information to plan more effective attacks. The vulnerability is particularly concerning because it affects core database connection libraries that are fundamental to the application's operation and would likely be present in any production environment.
The primary mitigation strategy involves implementing proper access controls and input validation to prevent direct access to internal application files. Organizations should ensure that all system components are properly protected through authentication mechanisms, proper file permissions, and web server configuration that prevents direct access to sensitive files. The implementation of custom error handling that does not expose system paths or file locations would significantly reduce the attack surface. Additionally, regular security audits and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components of the application. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of following secure coding practices and the principle of least privilege in web application development, where internal system components should never be directly accessible through user-facing interfaces without proper authorization checks.