CVE-2008-0746 in Com Gallery
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in the Gallery (com_gallery) component 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 • 10/17/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-0746 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the Gallery component of Mambo and Joomla! content management systems. This vulnerability specifically affects the index.php file in the com_gallery component and occurs during the detail action when processing user input through the id parameter. The flaw stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization mechanisms that fail to properly escape or filter user-supplied data before incorporating it into database queries.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability enables remote attackers to manipulate the underlying database queries by injecting malicious SQL code through the id parameter. When the application processes the detail action with an unfiltered id value, the injected SQL commands are executed within the database context, potentially allowing attackers to extract sensitive information, modify database records, or even gain unauthorized administrative access. This type of vulnerability falls under the CWE-89 category of SQL Injection, which is classified as a critical weakness in software applications that process database queries.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it can lead to complete system compromise and unauthorized access to sensitive user information. Attackers can exploit this flaw to perform unauthorized database operations including but not limited to data extraction, data modification, and privilege escalation. The vulnerability affects widely used content management systems making it particularly dangerous as it could potentially impact numerous websites and organizations relying on these platforms for their digital presence. The remote nature of the attack means that exploitation does not require local system access or physical presence, making it an attractive target for cybercriminals.
Security mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should include immediate patching of affected systems, implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries, and applying web application firewalls to detect and block malicious SQL injection attempts. Organizations should also conduct comprehensive security assessments to identify similar vulnerabilities within their web applications and establish secure coding practices that prevent SQL injection attacks. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of input validation and proper database query construction in preventing unauthorized access to sensitive information. This flaw aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190 which describes the use of SQL injection to gain unauthorized access to databases, emphasizing the need for robust database security controls and proper application security measures to prevent such exploitation paths.