CVE-2008-0579 in Com Buslicense
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in the buslicense (com_buslicense) component for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the aid parameter in a list action.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/15/2024
The CVE-2008-0579 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw within the buslicense component of Joomla! version 1.5.0 through 1.5.7. This vulnerability specifically affects the index.php file within the com_buslicense component and exposes the application to remote code execution attacks through improper input validation. The flaw occurs when the application processes the aid parameter during a list action, failing to adequately sanitize user-supplied input before incorporating it into sql queries. This vulnerability classification aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses sql injection weaknesses in software applications.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability allows remote attackers to manipulate the sql query execution by injecting malicious sql commands through the aid parameter. When a user submits a request containing crafted input in the aid parameter, the application directly incorporates this input into database queries without proper sanitization or parameterization. This creates an environment where attackers can execute arbitrary sql commands on the underlying database system, potentially leading to data theft, data modification, or complete system compromise. The vulnerability exists due to insufficient input validation and output encoding practices within the component's code implementation.
The operational impact of CVE-2008-0579 extends beyond simple data theft, as it enables attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information stored within the database. This includes potentially confidential business data, user credentials, or system configuration details that may be stored in the database. The vulnerability also allows for privilege escalation attacks where attackers can manipulate database queries to gain elevated permissions within the application. From an attacker perspective, this vulnerability maps to several ATT&CK tactics including execution through sql injection, privilege escalation, and credential access. The impact is particularly severe in environments where the web application has elevated database privileges or where sensitive business data is stored in the same database.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate patching of the affected Joomla! component to version 1.5.8 or later where the sql injection flaw has been addressed. System administrators should implement input validation controls at multiple layers including web application firewalls, database query parameterization, and proper input sanitization. The implementation of prepared statements and parameterized queries should be enforced throughout the application to prevent similar vulnerabilities from occurring in the future. Additionally, regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify and remediate potential sql injection vulnerabilities in custom components or third-party extensions. Organizations should also implement proper database access controls and monitoring to detect unauthorized sql query execution patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts.