CVE-2006-6706 in Soumu Workflow
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in Soumu Workflow for Groupmax 01-00 through 01-01, Soumu Workflow 02-00 through 03-03, and Koukyoumuke Soumu Workflow 01-00 through 01-01 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via unspecified vectors in certain web pages.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/30/2017
This vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw in soumu workflow software versions ranging from 01-00 through 01-01 and 02-00 through 03-03 with koukyoumuke soumu workflow 01-00 through 01-01. the vulnerability affects web applications that process user input without proper sanitization or validation mechanisms. the flaw allows authenticated remote attackers to manipulate database queries through unspecified vectors in specific web pages, potentially enabling arbitrary sql command execution. this type of vulnerability falls under the common weakness enumeration category 89 which specifically addresses sql injection flaws where untrusted data is incorporated into sql queries without proper escaping or parameterization. the attack vector requires authentication, meaning that an attacker must first establish valid credentials before exploiting the vulnerability, though this does not mitigate the severity of the potential impact.
the technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from improper input validation within the web application's database interaction layer. when authenticated users submit data through web forms or parameters, the application fails to properly escape or parameterize these inputs before incorporating them into sql queries. this allows attackers to inject malicious sql syntax that gets executed by the database server. the vulnerability affects workflow management systems that handle sensitive organizational data, making it particularly dangerous in enterprise environments where such systems manage business processes and document workflows. the impact extends beyond simple data theft to potentially enabling complete database compromise, privilege escalation, and unauthorized access to confidential workflow information. the affected versions suggest this was a widespread issue across multiple releases of the workflow software, indicating a fundamental flaw in the application's data handling architecture rather than a localized problem.
the operational impact of this vulnerability is substantial for organizations utilizing these workflow systems. successful exploitation could result in unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion of workflow processes and associated documents. attackers could potentially escalate privileges within the database, access sensitive business information, or disrupt workflow processes that may involve financial transactions, personnel records, or confidential communications. the vulnerability's classification under attack technique t1071.001 for application layer protocol and t1190 for exploit public-facing application aligns with the nature of web-based sql injection attacks. organizations may face compliance violations under regulations such as gdpr, hipaa, or other data protection frameworks if sensitive data is compromised through such vulnerabilities. the authenticated nature of the attack means that organizations must also consider insider threats and the importance of robust access controls and credential management.
mitigation strategies should focus on implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries throughout the application code. organizations must ensure that all user inputs are properly sanitized and that database interactions utilize prepared statements or parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks. regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities in other applications. patch management procedures should be established to quickly deploy vendor-provided security updates when available. network segmentation and access controls should limit the blast radius of potential exploitation. the implementation of web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems can provide additional layers of protection against sql injection attempts. organizations should also implement comprehensive monitoring and logging of database activities to detect unauthorized access attempts. the vulnerability highlights the critical importance of secure coding practices and the need for regular security training for development teams to prevent such flaws from occurring in future software releases. compliance with industry standards such as owasp top 10 and iso 27001 security requirements should be maintained to ensure proper security controls are in place.