CVE-2008-0557 in CatalogShop
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in the CatalogShop (com_catalogshop) 1.0b1 componenent for Mambo and Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in a detail action.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/15/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-0557 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the CatalogShop component version 1.0b1 for Mambo and Joomla! platforms. This vulnerability specifically affects the index.php file within the com_catalogshop component and exposes the application to remote code execution attacks through improper input validation. The flaw manifests when the application processes the id parameter in a detail action context, creating an avenue for malicious actors to inject arbitrary sql commands into the database layer.
This vulnerability directly maps to CWE-89 which defines improper neutralization of special elements used in sql commands, and aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.004 for application layer protocol manipulation. The technical implementation of this flaw occurs when user-supplied input from the id parameter is directly concatenated into sql query strings without proper sanitization or parameterization. Attackers can exploit this by crafting malicious sql payloads that bypass authentication mechanisms, extract sensitive data, modify database contents, or even escalate privileges within the affected system.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it enables full database compromise and potential system takeover. Remote attackers can leverage this vulnerability to access confidential information including user credentials, customer data, and business-sensitive records stored within the database. The attack surface is particularly concerning given that Mambo and Joomla! were widely used content management systems in the mid-2000s, meaning numerous websites could be vulnerable to this specific flaw. Successful exploitation could result in complete system compromise, data breaches, and unauthorized modification of web content.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2008-0557 require immediate implementation of input validation and parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks. Organizations should apply the vendor-supplied patches or upgrade to versions that address this vulnerability, as the component version 1.0b1 was released prior to comprehensive security hardening practices. System administrators should implement web application firewalls to detect and block malicious sql injection attempts, while also applying proper access controls and database query monitoring. Regular security audits and input validation testing should be conducted to prevent similar vulnerabilities in other components. The remediation process must include thorough code review to ensure all user inputs are properly sanitized before database interaction, following secure coding practices that align with industry standards such as those outlined in the owasp top ten and iso/iec 27001 security requirements.