CVE-2007-6362 in Rs Gallery2
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in the RSGallery (com_rsgallery) 2.0 beta 5 and earlier component for Mambo and Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the catid parameter in an inline page action.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/12/2024
The CVE-2007-6362 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw within the RSGallery component version 2.0 beta 5 and earlier installations for Mambo and Joomla! content management systems. This vulnerability specifically targets the index.php file and exploits improper input validation mechanisms that fail to sanitize user-supplied data before incorporating it into database queries. The flaw manifests through the catid parameter which is utilized in inline page actions, creating an avenue for malicious actors to manipulate database operations through crafted input sequences.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from the component's failure to properly escape or validate the catid parameter received from user requests. When the application processes this parameter without adequate sanitization, it directly incorporates user input into sql query construction without proper parameterization or input filtering. This design flaw aligns with CWE-89, which categorizes sql injection vulnerabilities as a fundamental weakness in data validation and input handling within applications. The vulnerability exists at the application layer where user-controllable parameters are directly concatenated into sql commands, bypassing any protective measures that should normally validate or escape such inputs.
Operationally, this vulnerability presents a severe threat to affected systems as it enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary sql commands against the underlying database. Attackers can leverage this weakness to extract sensitive information, modify database records, insert malicious data, or potentially escalate privileges within the database environment. The impact extends beyond simple data theft as successful exploitation could lead to complete system compromise, especially when combined with other attack vectors or when the database user has elevated privileges. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous in web application environments where the database may contain user credentials, application configuration details, or sensitive business data that could be accessed through sql injection techniques.
The attack surface for this vulnerability is significant given the widespread adoption of Mambo and Joomla! platforms in web applications during the affected timeframe. Security professionals should consider this vulnerability within the broader context of application security frameworks and attack patterns documented in the ATT&CK framework, specifically recognizing it as part of the command and control category where adversaries establish persistent access through database manipulation. Mitigation strategies should include immediate patching of affected installations to version 2.0 beta 6 or later, which would contain the necessary input validation fixes. Additionally, implementing proper input sanitization, parameterized queries, and web application firewalls can provide layered defense mechanisms. Organizations should also conduct comprehensive security assessments of their web applications to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components and ensure proper security configurations are maintained throughout their infrastructure.