CVE-2007-4437 in Ampache
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in albums.php in Ampache before 3.3.3.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the match parameter. NOTE: some details are obtained from third party information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/29/2019
The CVE-2007-4437 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw in the Ampache media library management system prior to version 3.3.3.5. This vulnerability specifically affects the albums.php component which handles album-related queries within the web interface. The flaw stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization of user-supplied data, particularly the match parameter that is used to filter album listings. When an attacker submits malicious sql code through this parameter, the application fails to properly escape or validate the input before incorporating it into database queries, creating an avenue for unauthorized database access.
This vulnerability operates at the application layer and directly impacts the integrity and confidentiality of the underlying database system. The match parameter in albums.php accepts user input without proper sanitization, allowing attackers to inject malicious sql payloads that can manipulate database operations. The vulnerability falls under the CWE-89 category of sql injection, which is classified as a high-risk vulnerability in the CWE top 25 list of most dangerous software weaknesses. Attackers can leverage this flaw to execute arbitrary sql commands including data extraction, modification, or deletion of database records, potentially leading to complete system compromise.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it enables attackers to escalate privileges and gain unauthorized access to sensitive user information, including user credentials and personal media metadata. The vulnerability affects the entire Ampache installation and impacts all users who have access to the web interface, making it particularly dangerous in multi-user environments. According to ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability maps to T1190 (exploitation of remote services) and T1071.004 (application layer protocol: dns) when attackers use it to establish persistent access or exfiltrate data through database queries. The attack surface is significantly expanded because the vulnerability exists in a core component of the media library management system, affecting both local and remote access scenarios.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2007-4437 require immediate patching of the affected Ampache version to 3.3.3.5 or later, which includes proper input validation and parameter sanitization. Organizations should implement input validation at multiple layers including web application firewalls, database query parameterization, and strict input filtering mechanisms. The fix should incorporate prepared statements or parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks, ensuring that user input is never directly concatenated into sql commands. Additionally, security hardening measures including regular vulnerability scanning, access control restrictions, and monitoring for suspicious database queries should be implemented to prevent exploitation of similar vulnerabilities in the future. Network segmentation and least privilege access controls further reduce the potential impact of such vulnerabilities in production environments.