CVE-2008-0776 in iTechBids
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in detail.php in iTechBids Gold 6.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the item_id parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/17/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-0776 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the iTechBids Gold 6.0 auction platform, specifically affecting the detail.php script. This vulnerability arises from inadequate input validation and sanitization mechanisms that fail to properly filter user-supplied data before incorporating it into database queries. The affected parameter item_id serves as the primary attack vector, allowing malicious actors to inject arbitrary sql commands that bypass normal authentication and authorization controls. The vulnerability stems from the application's failure to implement proper parameterized queries or input escaping techniques, creating an exploitable condition where attacker-controlled data can directly manipulate the underlying sql execution environment.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when remote attackers submit malicious input through the item_id parameter in the detail.php script. The application processes this input without adequate sanitization, allowing sql injection payloads to be executed within the database context. This flaw enables attackers to perform unauthorized database operations including data retrieval, modification, deletion, and potentially system-level commands depending on the database permissions. The vulnerability's impact extends beyond simple data theft as it can facilitate complete system compromise through database-level attacks that may reveal sensitive user information, session data, and administrative credentials stored within the auction platform's database infrastructure.
From an operational perspective, this vulnerability poses severe risks to the integrity and confidentiality of the iTechBids Gold platform and its users. Attackers can exploit this flaw to access private auction data, user account information, and potentially gain elevated privileges within the system. The remote nature of the attack means that exploitation can occur from anywhere on the internet without requiring physical access to the target system. This vulnerability directly impacts the platform's security posture and can lead to significant financial losses, reputational damage, and potential regulatory compliance violations. Organizations relying on this software may face legal consequences and increased security audit requirements due to the presence of such a critical vulnerability in their production environment.
The vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses sql injection flaws in software applications, and maps to several ATT&CK techniques including T1190 for exploitation of vulnerabilities and T1071.1 for application layer protocol usage. Effective mitigations include implementing proper input validation and sanitization measures such as parameterized queries, prepared statements, and strict input filtering. Organizations should also deploy web application firewalls, conduct regular security code reviews, and implement proper database access controls. Additionally, the platform should be updated to the latest version where this vulnerability has been addressed through proper code remediation. Regular security testing including penetration testing and vulnerability scanning should be conducted to identify and remediate similar issues before they can be exploited by malicious actors. The remediation process must include comprehensive testing to ensure that the fix does not introduce new functionality issues while maintaining the application's core auction platform capabilities.