CVE-2007-2273 in wavewoo
Summary
by MITRE
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in include/loading.php in Alessandro Lulli wavewoo 0.1.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the path_include parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/08/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-2273 represents a critical remote file inclusion flaw in the wavewoo 0.1.1 content management system developed by Alessandro Lulli. This security weakness resides within the include/loading.php script where the application fails to properly validate user input before incorporating external resources into the execution flow. The vulnerability specifically manifests when the path_include parameter receives a URL value, enabling malicious actors to inject and execute arbitrary PHP code on the target server. This type of vulnerability falls under the category of CWE-88, known as "Argument Injection in Canonical Form," and more specifically aligns with CWE-94, "Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')" which directly enables arbitrary code execution capabilities.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through the manipulation of the path_include parameter which is processed without adequate sanitization or validation mechanisms. When an attacker supplies a malicious URL as the value for this parameter, the web application blindly includes and executes the remote code as if it were a local file. This behavior stems from the application's failure to implement proper input validation and secure file inclusion practices. The vulnerability creates a direct pathway for remote code execution, allowing attackers to potentially gain full control over the affected server, execute commands, access sensitive data, and establish persistent backdoors within the system environment. This flaw operates at the intersection of several ATT&CK techniques including T1059.007 for command and script injection, T1190 for exploit for client execution, and T1105 for remote file execution.
The operational impact of CVE-2007-2273 extends far beyond simple code execution, as it provides attackers with complete server compromise capabilities. Once exploited, attackers can manipulate the web application's functionality, steal sensitive information, modify content, and potentially use the compromised server as a launch point for further attacks against internal networks. The vulnerability affects all versions of wavewoo 0.1.1 and demonstrates a fundamental lack of security controls in the application's input handling processes. Organizations running this software face significant risk of data breaches, system compromise, and potential regulatory violations due to the severity of the flaw. The vulnerability's persistence is particularly concerning as it allows attackers to maintain access even after initial exploitation, enabling long-term reconnaissance and data exfiltration activities.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate implementation of multiple security controls. The primary remediation involves implementing strict input validation and sanitization for all user-supplied parameters, particularly those used in file inclusion operations. Developers should employ whitelisting mechanisms that only permit known safe values for the path_include parameter, rejecting any input that appears to reference remote URLs. Additionally, the application should be configured to disable remote file inclusion features entirely, using PHP's open_basedir directive and disabling allow_url_include functionality. Security best practices dictate implementing proper access controls, regular security audits, and input validation at multiple layers of the application stack. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls to detect and block malicious requests targeting this specific vulnerability. The remediation process must include thorough code review and security testing to ensure that similar vulnerabilities do not exist in other parts of the application. This vulnerability serves as a critical reminder of the importance of secure coding practices and proper input validation in preventing remote code execution attacks.