CVE-2007-0128 in Digirez
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in info_book.asp in Digirez 3.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the book_id parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/16/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-0128 represents a critical sql injection flaw in the Digirez content management system version 3.4 and earlier. This vulnerability specifically affects the info_book.asp component which processes user input through the book_id parameter without adequate sanitization or validation. The flaw resides in the application's failure to properly escape or filter input data before incorporating it into sql queries, creating an avenue for malicious actors to manipulate database operations through crafted input sequences.
This sql injection vulnerability operates at the application layer and directly impacts the database backend of the Digirez system. The book_id parameter serves as the primary attack vector where remote attackers can inject malicious sql code that gets executed by the database engine. The vulnerability stems from improper input handling practices that allow attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms, extract sensitive data, modify database records, or even gain administrative access to the underlying database system. The flaw aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses sql injection vulnerabilities where untrusted data is incorporated into sql commands without proper escaping or parameterization.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data compromise to potentially enable complete system takeover. Attackers leveraging this vulnerability can execute arbitrary sql commands that may include data extraction from sensitive tables, modification of user accounts, deletion of critical information, or even the ability to execute operating system commands if the database user has sufficient privileges. The remote nature of the attack means that threat actors do not require physical access to the system or local network presence to exploit the vulnerability, making it particularly dangerous for web applications exposed to the internet. This vulnerability directly maps to several attack techniques documented in the mitre ATT&CK framework under the database access and credential access domains.
The remediation approach for this vulnerability requires immediate implementation of parameterized queries or prepared statements to ensure that user input is properly separated from sql command structure. Application developers must implement proper input validation and sanitization measures that filter out or escape special sql characters and keywords. Additionally, the principle of least privilege should be enforced where database accounts used by the web application have minimal required permissions to reduce potential damage from successful exploitation. Security patches should be applied immediately to upgrade to Digirez versions that address this vulnerability, while network segmentation and web application firewalls can provide additional layers of protection. Regular security testing including automated sql injection scanning and manual penetration testing should be implemented to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities in the application codebase.