CVE-2007-3646 in FlashGameScript
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in FlashGameScript 1.7 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the user parameter in a member action.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/25/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-3646 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within FlashGameScript version 1.7 and earlier implementations. This security weakness resides in the index.php file and specifically targets the user parameter handling during member actions. The vulnerability classification aligns with CWE-89 which defines SQL injection as the improper handling of user-supplied data in SQL queries, allowing attackers to manipulate database operations through malicious input. The flaw enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands without authentication, fundamentally compromising the database layer of affected systems.
The technical mechanism of this vulnerability exploits improper input validation and sanitization within the FlashGameScript application. When a user parameter is passed through the member action functionality in index.php, the application fails to properly escape or filter special SQL characters and commands. This allows an attacker to inject malicious SQL syntax that gets executed by the underlying database engine. The vulnerability occurs because the application directly incorporates user input into SQL query construction without appropriate parameterization or input sanitization measures. Attackers can leverage this weakness to perform unauthorized database operations including data retrieval, modification, deletion, or even administrative command execution depending on database privileges.
The operational impact of CVE-2007-3646 extends beyond simple data theft to encompass complete system compromise and business disruption. Successful exploitation can result in unauthorized access to sensitive user data including member accounts, personal information, and potentially financial records stored within the database. The vulnerability creates a persistent backdoor for attackers to maintain access and can facilitate further attacks such as privilege escalation, data exfiltration, or system-wide compromise. Organizations using affected versions face significant risk of regulatory violations, financial losses, and reputational damage due to potential data breaches and compliance failures. The remote nature of the attack means that exploitation can occur from anywhere on the internet without requiring physical access to the target system.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability must address both immediate remediation and long-term security improvements. The primary solution involves upgrading to a patched version of FlashGameScript that properly implements input validation and parameterized queries. Organizations should implement proper input sanitization techniques including escaping special characters, using prepared statements, and implementing proper database access controls. The remediation process should include comprehensive code review to identify similar patterns throughout the application codebase that may exhibit analogous vulnerabilities. Security measures should also incorporate web application firewalls, database activity monitoring, and regular vulnerability scanning to detect and prevent exploitation attempts. This vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of following secure coding practices as outlined in the OWASP Top Ten and aligns with ATT&CK techniques related to command and control through database manipulation and credential access through SQL injection attacks.