CVE-2007-1242 in Audins Audiens
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in system/index.php in Audins Audiens 3.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the PHPSESSID cookie. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/08/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-1242 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the Audins Audiens 3.3 web application system. This vulnerability specifically targets the system/index.php file and exploits a weakness in how the application processes the PHPSESSID cookie parameter. The flaw enables remote attackers to inject malicious sql commands directly into the application's database layer, potentially compromising the entire system infrastructure. The vulnerability's classification as a sql injection issue aligns with common weakness enumeration cwe-89, which specifically addresses improper neutralization of special elements used in sql commands.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through manipulation of the php session identifier cookie that is typically used to maintain user sessions within web applications. When the audins audiens application processes the phpessid cookie value in the system/index.php file, it fails to properly sanitize or validate the input before incorporating it into sql query constructions. This lack of input validation creates a direct pathway for attackers to inject malicious sql payloads that can execute with the privileges of the database user account. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it operates at the database layer, potentially allowing attackers to extract sensitive data, modify database contents, or even escalate privileges to gain administrative control over the underlying database system.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data compromise, as it represents a fundamental security flaw that can be exploited without requiring authentication or specialized tools. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to perform unauthorized database operations, potentially leading to complete system compromise. The remote execution capability means that attackers do not need physical access to the system or network, making this vulnerability particularly attractive for widespread exploitation. Organizations running audins audiens 3.3 are at significant risk of data breaches, service disruption, and potential regulatory compliance violations, especially if the database contains sensitive information such as user credentials, personal data, or business-critical records. The vulnerability demonstrates a classic example of how insufficient input validation can create persistent security weaknesses that remain exploitable for extended periods.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2007-1242 should prioritize immediate implementation of proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms within the affected application. The most effective approach involves implementing parameterized queries or prepared statements to prevent sql injection attacks by separating sql code from data. Organizations should also implement proper cookie validation and sanitization procedures to ensure that session identifiers and other cookie values are properly validated before processing. Additionally, the application should be updated to a patched version of audins audiens that addresses this specific vulnerability. Network-level protections such as web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems can provide additional layers of defense, though these should not be relied upon as the sole mitigation strategy. The vulnerability highlights the importance of following secure coding practices and implementing comprehensive input validation as outlined in the owasp top ten security risks and corresponding mitigation techniques. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components of the system infrastructure.