CVE-2007-6559 in Logaholic
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in Logaholic before 2.0 RC8 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via (1) the from parameter to index.php or (2) the page parameter to update.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/02/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-6559 represents a critical SQL injection flaw affecting Logaholic web analytics software prior to version 2.0 RC8. This vulnerability resides in the application's handling of user-supplied input parameters within two distinct attack vectors that collectively enable remote code execution through database manipulation. The flaw manifests when the application fails to properly sanitize or validate input data before incorporating it into SQL query structures, creating an exploitable condition that allows malicious actors to inject arbitrary SQL commands.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability occurs through two primary pathways within the Logaholic application architecture. The first vector involves the 'from' parameter in the index.php script, while the second targets the 'page' parameter within update.php. Both parameters are processed without adequate input validation or sanitization mechanisms, allowing attackers to manipulate the SQL query execution flow. This vulnerability directly maps to CWE-89 which defines SQL injection as the insertion of malicious SQL code into input fields for execution by the database. The attack leverages the fundamental weakness in input handling where user-supplied data is directly concatenated into SQL statements without proper escaping or parameterization techniques.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data exfiltration to encompass full database compromise and potential system infiltration. Remote attackers can exploit these injection points to execute unauthorized database commands, potentially gaining access to sensitive user data, session information, or administrative credentials stored within the Logaholic database. The vulnerability enables attackers to perform actions such as data modification, deletion, or unauthorized access to privileged database functions. According to ATT&CK framework category T1190, this represents a network boundary compromise technique where attackers exploit application vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access to backend systems. The vulnerability affects the integrity and confidentiality of the entire Logaholic deployment, potentially allowing attackers to escalate privileges and establish persistent access to the affected systems.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2007-6559 require immediate implementation of input validation and parameterized query approaches across all application components. Organizations should prioritize upgrading to Logaholic version 2.0 RC8 or later, which includes proper input sanitization mechanisms and secure coding practices. The recommended defensive measures include implementing proper parameterized queries or prepared statements to prevent SQL injection, establishing robust input validation routines for all user-supplied parameters, and deploying web application firewalls to monitor and filter malicious SQL injection attempts. Additionally, security teams should conduct comprehensive code reviews to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application components and implement proper database access controls to limit the potential impact of successful exploitation. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of following secure coding practices and adhering to industry standards such as OWASP Top Ten and NIST guidelines for preventing injection vulnerabilities in web applications.