CVE-2008-0385 in Urulu
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in server/widgetallocator.php in Urulu 2.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the connectionId parameter to index.php with (1) statprt/js/request or (2) dyn/js/request in the PATH_INFO.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/19/2018
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-0385 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the Urulu 2.1 web application framework. This security weakness resides in the server/widgetallocator.php component and specifically targets the connectionId parameter handling within the index.php script. The vulnerability manifests when attackers exploit the PATH_INFO parameter to manipulate the application's database interaction logic, creating a pathway for unauthorized command execution.
The technical exploitation occurs through improper input validation and sanitization of the connectionId parameter, which is processed in the server/widgetallocator.php file. When the application receives requests containing statprt/js/request or dyn/js/request in the PATH_INFO, it fails to adequately sanitize user-supplied data before incorporating it into SQL queries. This lack of input sanitization creates a direct injection vector where malicious actors can append arbitrary SQL commands to the legitimate database operations. The vulnerability follows the common pattern of SQL injection attacks where user-controllable inputs are directly concatenated into database query strings without proper escaping or parameterization.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft to encompass complete database compromise and potential system infiltration. Remote attackers can leverage this weakness to execute unauthorized database operations including data retrieval, modification, deletion, and potentially administrative commands. The vulnerability affects the entire Urulu 2.1 framework and could enable attackers to escalate privileges, extract sensitive information, or even gain deeper access to the underlying server infrastructure. Given that the application is designed for web-based widget management, successful exploitation could compromise not only database integrity but also the availability and confidentiality of the entire web application ecosystem.
Security professionals should note that this vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL injection flaws in software applications. The attack vector described in CVE-2008-0385 also corresponds to techniques outlined in the MITRE ATT&CK framework under the T1190 category for exploitation of remote services and T1071 for application layer protocols. Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including input validation, parameterized queries, and proper access controls to prevent exploitation. The recommended defensive measures include implementing proper input sanitization, using prepared statements, and establishing robust web application firewalls to monitor and filter malicious requests targeting the affected PATH_INFO parameters. Additionally, regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components of the application stack.