CVE-2007-1975 in SLAED
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in SLAED CMS 2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the (1) path parameter to admin/admin.php or the (2) modpath parameter to index.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/09/2017
The CVE-2007-1975 vulnerability represents a critical remote file inclusion flaw in the SLAED CMS 2 content management system that exposes the application to arbitrary code execution attacks. This vulnerability stems from improper input validation and sanitization mechanisms within the CMS's administrative and module loading components. The flaw specifically affects two distinct entry points within the application's codebase, creating multiple attack vectors for malicious actors seeking to compromise the system. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-98 as "Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')" which directly relates to the insecure handling of user-supplied input that gets incorporated into executable code paths.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through the manipulation of two distinct parameters within the CMS's request processing flow. Attackers can inject malicious URLs through the path parameter in the admin/admin.php script or through the modpath parameter in the index.php script. When these parameters are not properly validated or sanitized, the CMS incorporates the user-supplied URLs directly into its execution path, allowing remote code execution. This type of vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it enables attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code on the target server with the privileges of the web application. The vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190 "Exploit Public-Facing Application" and represents a classic example of how insecure parameter handling can lead to complete system compromise.
The operational impact of CVE-2007-1975 extends beyond simple code execution to encompass full system compromise and potential data breaches. Once exploited, attackers can establish persistent access through backdoor scripts, exfiltrate sensitive data, modify content, or use the compromised system as a launch point for further attacks within the network. The vulnerability affects the core functionality of the CMS, making it particularly attractive to threat actors who seek to gain unauthorized access to web applications. The attack surface is broad as it targets both administrative and frontend components, providing multiple opportunities for successful exploitation. Organizations running SLAED CMS 2 versions affected by this vulnerability face significant risk of unauthorized access and potential complete system takeover.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2007-1975 should focus on implementing strict input validation and sanitization mechanisms throughout the application code. The most effective immediate solution involves disabling remote file inclusion capabilities and implementing proper parameter validation to ensure that only expected and safe input values are processed. Organizations should also implement web application firewalls to detect and block malicious requests containing suspicious URL patterns. The remediation process requires updating to patched versions of SLAED CMS 2 or implementing custom input validation rules that prevent the inclusion of external URLs in the affected parameters. Additionally, security monitoring should be enhanced to detect unusual access patterns and potential exploitation attempts. According to industry best practices, this vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of principle of least privilege and input validation as fundamental security controls that should be implemented at every level of application development.