CVE-2007-1423 in WORK system e-commerce
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in WORK system e-commerce 3.0.5 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the g_include parameter to include/include_top.php and certain other PHP scripts.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/28/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-1423 represents a critical remote file inclusion flaw affecting the WORK system e-commerce platform version 3.0.5 and earlier. This vulnerability resides within the application's handling of user-supplied input in the g_include parameter, which is processed through the include/include_top.php script and other PHP components. The flaw stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization mechanisms that fail to properly restrict the URLs or file paths that can be included during script execution, creating a pathway for malicious actors to inject and execute arbitrary PHP code on the target system.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability follows a well-established pattern that aligns with CWE-88, which addresses improper neutralization of special elements used in an input command, and CWE-94, which covers improper control of generation of code. Attackers can leverage this weakness by crafting malicious URLs containing PHP code within the g_include parameter, which then gets processed through PHP's include function without adequate validation. This allows remote threat actors to execute arbitrary commands on the vulnerable server, potentially leading to complete system compromise, data exfiltration, or further lateral movement within the network infrastructure.
The operational impact of CVE-2007-1423 extends beyond simple code execution, as it provides attackers with persistent access to the affected e-commerce platform. This vulnerability can be exploited to establish backdoors, modify product catalogs, steal customer data, manipulate transaction records, and potentially use the compromised system as a launching point for attacks against other systems within the organization's network. The remote nature of the vulnerability means that attackers do not require physical access or prior authentication to exploit this flaw, making it particularly dangerous for web applications handling sensitive commercial data.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability must address both immediate remediation and long-term security hardening measures. The primary fix involves implementing strict input validation and sanitization for all user-supplied parameters, particularly those used in include or require operations. Organizations should employ allow-listing approaches that restrict file inclusion to predetermined, trusted paths and filenames. Additionally, the PHP configuration should be adjusted to disable remote file inclusion capabilities through the use of the allow_url_include directive set to off. Security practitioners should also consider implementing web application firewalls to detect and block suspicious include parameter patterns, while following ATT&CK framework techniques for defensive measures against remote code execution vulnerabilities. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar patterns in other applications, as this vulnerability type remains prevalent in legacy systems and poorly configured web applications.