CVE-2007-3683 in Aigaion
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in pagetopic.php in Aigaion 1.3.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the topic_id parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/25/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-3683 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the Aigaion bibliographic management system version 1.3.3 and earlier. This vulnerability exists in the pagetopic.php script which processes user input through the topic_id parameter without adequate sanitization or validation. The flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate the underlying database by injecting malicious sql commands through the web interface. The affected system processes the topic_id parameter directly in sql queries without proper input filtering, creating an exploitable condition that can be leveraged by unauthorized users to gain control over the database operations.
The technical nature of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which classifies sql injection as a weakness where untrusted data is incorporated into sql commands without proper escaping or parameterization. This particular flaw operates at the application layer and demonstrates a classic case of insufficient input validation and output encoding. The vulnerability can be exploited by constructing malicious sql payloads that manipulate the topic_id parameter to execute unauthorized database operations. Attackers can potentially extract sensitive data, modify database contents, or even gain administrative privileges within the application's database environment.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability poses significant risks to organizations using Aigaion 1.3.3 or earlier versions for bibliographic management. The remote execution capability means that attackers do not require physical access to the system or local network privileges to exploit the vulnerability. Successful exploitation could result in complete database compromise, leading to data loss, information disclosure, or service disruption. The vulnerability affects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the bibliographic database, potentially exposing sensitive research data or user information. Organizations relying on this system for academic or research purposes face heightened risks of data breaches that could compromise intellectual property or research findings.
The exploitation of this vulnerability can be mapped to several ATT&CK tactics including initial access through web application exploitation and privilege escalation via database manipulation. Security professionals should consider implementing input validation controls, parameterized queries, and proper output encoding as mitigation strategies. The most effective remediation involves upgrading to a patched version of Aigaion where the topic_id parameter is properly sanitized and validated. Additional protective measures include implementing web application firewalls, database activity monitoring, and regular security assessments to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components of the system infrastructure. Organizations should also establish proper input validation procedures and conduct security testing to prevent similar injection flaws from occurring in other applications within their environment.