CVE-2007-6080 in bcoos
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in modules/banners/click.php in the banners module for bcoos 1.0.10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the bid parameter. NOTE: it was later reported that 1.0.13 is also affected.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/11/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-6080 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the bcoos content management system version 1.0.10 and subsequently confirmed to affect version 1.0.13. This vulnerability resides in the banners module, specifically within the click.php file that handles banner click tracking functionality. The flaw manifests when the system fails to properly sanitize user input passed through the bid parameter, creating an avenue for malicious actors to inject arbitrary SQL commands into the database query execution process. The impact extends beyond simple data manipulation as it provides attackers with direct access to the underlying database infrastructure, potentially enabling full system compromise.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability follows the classic SQL injection attack pattern where the bid parameter in the URL is manipulated to inject malicious SQL code. When the application processes this parameter without adequate input validation or parameterized queries, the injected commands execute within the database context, allowing attackers to perform unauthorized operations such as data extraction, modification, or deletion. This particular vulnerability maps directly to CWE-89 which classifies SQL injection as a weakness that allows attackers to manipulate database queries through untrusted input. The attack vector is particularly dangerous as it leverages the legitimate banner tracking functionality, making it difficult to detect through standard network monitoring and potentially bypassing basic security controls.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe and multifaceted across multiple attack phases defined by the MITRE ATT&CK framework. During the initial access phase, attackers can exploit this vulnerability to gain unauthorized database access, which aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190 for exploitation of remote services. The privilege escalation and defense evasion phases are significantly enhanced as the compromised database access can be used to modify system configurations, inject backdoors, or manipulate user credentials. The persistence capabilities are particularly concerning as attackers can establish long-term access through database-level modifications that may not be immediately apparent to system administrators. Organizations using affected versions of bcoos face potential data breaches, system compromise, and regulatory compliance violations that could result in significant financial and reputational damage.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2007-6080 require immediate implementation of input validation and parameterized query approaches. Organizations should implement proper input sanitization techniques that filter or escape special characters in the bid parameter before database processing. The most effective remediation involves upgrading to patched versions of bcoos where the vulnerability has been addressed through proper parameterization of database queries. Security measures should include web application firewalls that can detect and block SQL injection attempts, as well as comprehensive database access logging to monitor for unauthorized activities. Network segmentation and principle of least privilege access controls should be implemented to limit the potential damage from successful exploitation. Additionally, regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application modules, as this vulnerability demonstrates the importance of proper input handling throughout the entire application stack. The remediation process should also include comprehensive staff training on secure coding practices to prevent similar issues in future development cycles.