CVE-2007-6380 in e-Xoops
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in e-Xoops (exoops) 1.08, and 1.05 Rev 1 through 3, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) lid parameter to (a) mylinks/ratelink.php, (b) adresses/ratefile.php, (c) mydownloads/ratefile.php, (d) mysections/ratefile.php, and (e) myalbum/ratephoto.php in modules/; the (2) bid parameter to (f) modules/banners/click.php; and the (3) gid parameter to (g) modules/arcade/index.php in a show_stats and play_game action, related issues to CVE-2007-5104 and CVE-2007-6266.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/11/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-6380 represents a critical SQL injection flaw affecting e-Xoops versions 1.05 Rev 1 through 3 and 1.08, exposing multiple attack vectors across various modules within the content management system. This vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization of user-supplied parameters, allowing malicious actors to inject arbitrary SQL commands into the database layer. The flaw specifically targets several key parameters including lid, bid, and gid across different module endpoints, creating a widespread attack surface that could compromise the entire database infrastructure.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through improper handling of user input in multiple file paths within the e-Xoops framework. Attackers can manipulate the lid parameter in modules/mylinks/ratelink.php, modules/adresses/ratefile.php, modules/mydownloads/ratefile.php, modules/mysections/ratefile.php, and modules/myalbum/ratephoto.php to execute unauthorized database operations. Additionally, the bid parameter in modules/banners/click.php and gid parameter in modules/arcade/index.php during show_stats and play_game actions provide further exploitation opportunities. These attack vectors align with CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection vulnerabilities where untrusted data is incorporated into SQL commands without proper sanitization or parameterization.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could enable attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the database server, potentially leading to complete system compromise. Remote attackers could gain unauthorized access to sensitive user data, modify database contents, create new user accounts with administrative privileges, or even escalate their access to the underlying operating system. The multi-module nature of the vulnerability means that a single attack vector could potentially affect multiple database tables and application functionalities, amplifying the overall damage potential. This vulnerability directly relates to the ATT&CK technique T1071.005, which covers application layer protocol manipulation, and T1190, which involves exploitation of remote services.
Security mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should focus on implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries throughout the affected modules. All user-supplied parameters must undergo rigorous sanitization before being incorporated into database queries, with strict type checking and length validation applied to prevent malicious input from being processed. The implementation of prepared statements and parameterized queries should be enforced across all database interaction points to eliminate the possibility of SQL injection attacks. Additionally, access controls and privilege separation should be implemented to limit the damage potential even if exploitation occurs. Regular security audits and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other parts of the application, while keeping the system updated with the latest security patches to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities. The remediation efforts should also include monitoring database logs for suspicious activities and implementing intrusion detection systems to identify potential exploitation attempts.