CVE-2007-1422 in Duyuru Scripti
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in goster.asp in fystyq Duyuru Scripti allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter, a different vector than CVE-2007-0688.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/25/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-1422 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the fystyq Duyuru Scripti content management system, specifically affecting the goster.asp component. This vulnerability exposes the application to remote code execution attacks through improper input validation mechanisms that fail to sanitize user-supplied data before incorporating it into database queries. The flaw manifests when the application processes the id parameter without adequate sanitization, allowing malicious actors to inject arbitrary SQL commands that can be executed within the database context.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from the application's failure to employ proper parameterized queries or input sanitization techniques when handling the id parameter in the goster.asp script. This creates an exploitable condition where an attacker can manipulate the database query structure by injecting malicious SQL syntax through the parameter. The vulnerability operates at the application layer and requires no special privileges to exploit, making it particularly dangerous as it can be leveraged by remote attackers from outside the network perimeter. According to CWE classification, this represents a CWE-89: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command, which is a fundamental weakness in database query construction.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation can enable attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the database server, potentially leading to complete system compromise. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to extract sensitive information, modify database contents, create new database users, or even escalate privileges within the database environment. The remote nature of the attack vector means that exploitation can occur from any location with internet connectivity, significantly expanding the attack surface and making the vulnerability particularly attractive to automated exploitation tools. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.005: Application Layer Protocol: Web Protocols, as it exploits web application vulnerabilities through HTTP-based interactions.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2007-1422 must focus on implementing proper input validation and parameterized query construction throughout the application codebase. Organizations should immediately implement input sanitization measures that filter or escape special characters in user-supplied parameters before processing them in database queries. The recommended approach involves migrating from dynamic SQL query construction to parameterized queries or prepared statements that separate the SQL command structure from the data being processed. Additionally, implementing proper access controls and database privilege management can limit the potential damage from successful exploitation attempts, ensuring that database accounts used by the application have minimal required permissions. Security patches should be applied to update the fystyq Duyuru Scripti to versions that address this specific vulnerability, as the original codebase appears to lack proper input validation mechanisms that would prevent such injection attacks from succeeding.