CVE-2008-0538 in phpIP Management
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in phpIP Management 4.3.2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) password parameter to login.php, the (2) id parameter to display.php, and unspecified other vectors. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/15/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-0538 represents a critical security flaw in phpIP Management version 4.3.2, a network management tool used for IP address tracking and administration. This vulnerability manifests as multiple SQL injection flaws that enable remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands against the underlying database system. The affected application fails to properly validate or sanitize user input, creating exploitable entry points that can be leveraged by malicious actors to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data and potentially compromise the entire system infrastructure. The vulnerability affects the application's authentication and display functionalities, making it particularly dangerous as it can be exploited during login attempts and data retrieval operations.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from improper input validation within the application's PHP scripts, specifically targeting the password parameter in login.php and the id parameter in display.php. These parameters are directly incorporated into SQL queries without adequate sanitization or parameterization, creating conditions where attacker-controlled input can manipulate the intended query structure. The vulnerability classification aligns with CWE-89 which describes SQL injection flaws where untrusted data is embedded into SQL commands, and the ATT&CK technique T1190 which covers SQL injection attacks. The unspecified additional vectors suggest that the vulnerability may extend beyond these two identified parameters, potentially affecting other input fields throughout the application's interface and API endpoints.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe and multifaceted, as it allows attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms and gain unauthorized access to the network management system. Successful exploitation could result in complete database compromise, including exposure of sensitive IP address information, network configurations, and potentially user credentials. Attackers could also modify or delete critical network data, disrupt services, or establish persistent access points within the network infrastructure. The remote nature of the attack means that adversaries do not require physical access to the system, making it particularly dangerous for organizations that rely on phpIP Management for critical network operations. This vulnerability directly affects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the network management system.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should prioritize immediate patching of the phpIP Management application to the latest secure version that addresses these SQL injection flaws. Organizations should implement proper input validation and parameterized queries throughout the application code to prevent similar issues in the future. Network segmentation and access controls should be strengthened to limit exposure, while database access permissions should be restricted to minimize potential damage from successful attacks. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities in other network management tools. The implementation of web application firewalls and database activity monitoring can provide additional layers of protection. Security teams should also establish proper incident response procedures to quickly address any exploitation attempts and ensure compliance with industry standards such as those outlined in the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and ISO 27001 for information security management.