CVE-2007-3610 in phpVID
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in categories_type.php in phpVID 0.9.9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cat parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/24/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-3610 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the phpVID 0.9.9 content management system specifically affecting the categories_type.php script. This vulnerability resides in the handling of user-supplied input through the cat parameter, which is processed without adequate sanitization or validation measures. The flaw enables malicious actors to inject arbitrary sql commands directly into the application's database layer, potentially compromising the entire backend infrastructure.
From a technical perspective, the vulnerability manifests when the application fails to properly escape or parameterize user input before incorporating it into sql queries. The cat parameter in categories_type.php serves as the attack vector where remote adversaries can manipulate the input to execute unintended sql operations. This type of vulnerability directly maps to common weakness enumeration CWE-89 which defines sql injection as the insertion of malicious sql code into input fields for execution by the database engine. The vulnerability exists due to insufficient input validation and improper query construction practices within the application's codebase.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft or modification. Successful exploitation could enable attackers to extract sensitive information from the database, modify or delete critical content, escalate privileges within the application, and potentially establish persistent access points. Given that phpVID 0.9.9 was a content management system, the compromise of this component could lead to complete system takeover, allowing attackers to manipulate website content, access user credentials, and potentially use the compromised system as a launching point for further attacks against the broader network infrastructure. The vulnerability affects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the targeted system, representing a significant risk to any organization relying on this software.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2007-3610 should prioritize immediate patching of the affected phpVID version to the latest available release. Organizations should implement proper input validation and parameterized queries throughout the application codebase to prevent similar vulnerabilities from emerging. The principle of least privilege should be enforced by ensuring database accounts used by the application have minimal required permissions. Additionally, regular security audits and code reviews should be conducted to identify and remediate potential injection vulnerabilities. Network monitoring and intrusion detection systems should be configured to detect suspicious sql query patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts. This vulnerability aligns with attack techniques described in the attack pattern taxonomy under the category of command injection and database exploitation methods. The remediation approach should follow established security frameworks including the owasp top ten and nist cybersecurity framework guidelines for addressing sql injection vulnerabilities.