CVE-2007-4253 in Envolution
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in the News module in modules.php in Envolution 1.1.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the topic parameter, a different vector than CVE-2005-4263.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/29/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-4253 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the News module of Envolution content management system version 1.1.0 and earlier. This security weakness resides in the modules.php file and specifically targets the topic parameter handling mechanism. The vulnerability enables remote attackers to inject malicious SQL commands into the application's database layer, potentially allowing unauthorized access to sensitive data, modification of database contents, or complete system compromise. Unlike similar vulnerabilities such as CVE-2005-4263, this particular flaw exploits a distinct attack vector through the topic parameter, making it a unique threat vector within the application's attack surface.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization within the News module's parameter handling. When the application processes the topic parameter through modules.php, it fails to properly escape or filter user-supplied input before incorporating it into SQL query construction. This allows attackers to craft malicious payloads that manipulate the intended database query execution flow. The vulnerability manifests when the application directly concatenates user-provided topic values into SQL statements without proper parameterization or input sanitization measures, creating an environment where arbitrary SQL commands can be executed with the privileges of the database user account.
The operational impact of CVE-2007-4253 extends beyond simple data theft to encompass complete system compromise and unauthorized administrative access. Successful exploitation could enable attackers to extract sensitive information including user credentials, personal data, and system configuration details. Additionally, the vulnerability may allow for data modification, deletion, or insertion of malicious content within the application. From a cybersecurity perspective, this vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which categorizes SQL injection as a fundamental weakness in software applications. The attack vector represents a classic server-side injection vulnerability that can be leveraged for privilege escalation and persistent access to the affected system.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate implementation of proper input validation and parameterized query construction techniques. Organizations should apply the latest security patches provided by Envolution vendors or migrate to supported versions that address this vulnerability. The implementation of web application firewalls and input sanitization mechanisms can provide additional protective layers. Security measures should include proper parameter binding for all database queries, comprehensive input validation, and regular security auditing of application code. From an ATT&CK framework perspective, this vulnerability maps to T1190 (Exploit Public-Facing Application) and T1071.005 (Application Layer Protocol: Web Protocols) as it represents an exploitation of publicly accessible web application interfaces. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to prevent similar injection vulnerabilities from emerging in other application components.