CVE-2007-5061 in Clansphere
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in mods/banners/navlist.php in Clansphere 2007.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cat_id parameter to index.php in a banners action.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/07/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-5061 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the Clansphere 2007.4 content management system that affects the banners module. This vulnerability exists in the mods/banners/navlist.php file and specifically targets the cat_id parameter when processed through the index.php file during banners action execution. The flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate database queries by injecting malicious sql commands through the improperly validated cat_id input parameter, potentially enabling unauthorized access to sensitive data and system compromise.
This sql injection vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization practices within the application's codebase, directly correlating to CWE-89 which defines improper neutralization of special elements used in sql commands. The vulnerability operates by accepting user-supplied input without proper escaping or parameterization, allowing attackers to inject sql syntax that gets executed by the database server. The cat_id parameter serves as the primary attack vector, where malicious input can alter the intended sql query structure and execute unauthorized database operations.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it provides attackers with the capability to perform complete database manipulation including data extraction, modification, deletion, and potentially system-level commands execution. Remote attackers can exploit this flaw without requiring authentication, making it particularly dangerous for publicly accessible web applications. The vulnerability affects the entire Clansphere 2007.4 platform and could enable attackers to escalate privileges, access user credentials, and compromise the integrity of the entire application database. This type of vulnerability falls under ATT&CK technique T1071.004 for application layer protocol manipulation and T1190 for exploitation of remote services.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2007-5061 should prioritize immediate implementation of proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks. The application code must be updated to use prepared statements or stored procedures that separate sql command structure from data values. Additionally, input sanitization measures including character filtering, length restrictions, and proper escaping of special sql characters should be implemented. Network-level protections such as web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems can provide additional defense-in-depth measures. Regular security audits and code reviews should be conducted to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities throughout the application codebase. System administrators should also implement proper access controls and database user permissions to limit potential damage from successful exploitation attempts, aligning with ATT&CK techniques for privilege escalation and defense evasion.