CVE-2006-7170 in Mega Mall
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in Koan Software Mega Mall allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) t, (2) productId, (3) sk, (4) x, or (5) so parameter to (a) product_review.php; or the (6) orderNo parameter to (b) order-track.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/14/2017
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-7170 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the Koan Software Mega Mall e-commerce platform, classified under CWE-89 as improper neutralization of special elements used in an SQL command. This vulnerability affects multiple parameters across different script endpoints, creating a broad attack surface for malicious actors seeking to compromise the underlying database infrastructure. The affected parameters include t, productId, sk, x, so, and orderNo, which are processed in product_review.php and order-track.php scripts respectively, demonstrating the widespread nature of the insecure input handling mechanisms within this legacy system.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when remote attackers manipulate the specified parameters to inject malicious SQL code into the database query execution flow. When user-supplied input is directly concatenated into SQL statements without proper sanitization or parameterization, attackers can manipulate the intended query logic to execute unauthorized database operations. This allows for data extraction, modification, or deletion of sensitive information including customer records, order details, and potentially administrative credentials. The vulnerability's impact is amplified by the fact that multiple endpoints are affected, providing attackers with several potential entry points to achieve their objectives.
Operationally, this vulnerability presents a severe risk to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the e-commerce platform's data. Attackers can exploit these injection points to bypass authentication mechanisms, retrieve sensitive customer information, modify product listings, or even gain administrative control over the system. The exposure of order tracking functionality through the orderNo parameter particularly threatens business operations by allowing unauthorized access to customer purchase histories and order statuses. The cumulative effect of these vulnerabilities can result in significant financial loss, regulatory compliance violations, and reputational damage for organizations using this vulnerable software.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2006-7170 should prioritize immediate implementation of parameterized queries and input validation mechanisms across all affected endpoints. Organizations must ensure that all user-supplied inputs are properly sanitized and validated before being incorporated into database queries, adhering to the principle of least privilege for database connections. The implementation of web application firewalls and input filtering mechanisms can provide additional layers of protection while more comprehensive solutions involve upgrading to patched versions of the Mega Mall software or migrating to more secure e-commerce platforms. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application components, following ATT&CK framework guidance for defensive measures against SQL injection attacks. The vulnerability also underscores the importance of maintaining up-to-date security patches and implementing robust application security testing procedures to prevent similar issues in future deployments.