CVE-2007-1023 in Forums 2000
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in pop_profile.asp in Snitz Forums 2000 3.1 SR4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/23/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-1023 represents a critical sql injection flaw in the Snitz Forums 2000 version 3.1 SR4 platform, specifically within the pop_profile.asp component. This vulnerability resides in the handling of user-supplied input through the id parameter, which is processed without adequate sanitization or validation measures. The flaw enables malicious actors to inject arbitrary sql commands directly into the application's database query execution flow, potentially compromising the entire backend database infrastructure.
This vulnerability falls under the common weakness enumeration category of CWE-89 sql injection, which is classified as a fundamental flaw in web application security architecture. The attack vector exploits the insecure direct object reference pattern where user input directly influences database queries without proper parameterization or input filtering mechanisms. The specific implementation in Snitz Forums 2000 demonstrates a classic case where dynamic sql construction occurs without appropriate escape sequence handling or prepared statement usage, making it highly susceptible to exploitation by remote attackers.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation can lead to complete database compromise including unauthorized data modification, deletion, or extraction of sensitive information. Attackers can leverage this weakness to escalate privileges, access administrative functions, or even gain shell access to the underlying database server. The remote nature of the attack means that exploitation can occur from any location without requiring physical access to the system, making it particularly dangerous for web applications hosting sensitive user data or business-critical information.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2007-1023 should prioritize immediate implementation of parameterized queries or prepared statements to prevent sql injection attacks, along with comprehensive input validation and sanitization routines. Organizations should also implement proper access controls and database permissions to limit the potential damage from successful exploitation attempts. The remediation process must include thorough code review to identify similar vulnerabilities throughout the application codebase and implementation of web application firewalls to detect and block malicious sql injection attempts. Additionally, regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to ensure that similar vulnerabilities are not present in other components of the system, aligning with the defensive measures recommended by the mitre attack framework for preventing data manipulation attacks.