CVE-2008-1459 in Com Alberghi
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in the Alberghi (com_alberghi) 2.1.3 and earlier component for Mambo and Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in a detail action to index.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/19/2024
The CVE-2008-1459 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw within the Alberghi component version 2.1.3 and earlier for mambo and joomla platforms. This vulnerability specifically affects the com_alberghi component which is used for hotel management systems within these content management frameworks. The flaw resides in how the application processes user input through the id parameter when executing detail actions in the index.php script. The vulnerability allows remote attackers to inject malicious sql commands directly into the database query execution flow without proper input validation or sanitization mechanisms.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through manipulation of the id parameter in the detail action of the index.php file. When a user submits a request containing a maliciously crafted id value, the application fails to properly escape or validate the input before incorporating it into sql queries. This lack of input sanitization creates a direct pathway for attackers to inject arbitrary sql commands that execute within the database context of the web application. The vulnerability is classified as a classic sql injection attack vector that can potentially allow full database compromise and unauthorized access to sensitive information.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft to encompass complete system compromise. Attackers can leverage this flaw to extract sensitive data including user credentials, personal information, and business-critical data stored within the database. The vulnerability also enables attackers to modify or delete database records, potentially causing significant operational disruption. Furthermore, successful exploitation could lead to privilege escalation within the database system and subsequent access to underlying server resources. This type of vulnerability directly violates the principle of least privilege and demonstrates inadequate input validation practices within the application code.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2008-1459 should focus on immediate patching of the affected component to version 2.1.4 or later where the sql injection vulnerability has been addressed. Organizations should implement proper input validation and sanitization measures including parameterized queries and prepared statements to prevent similar vulnerabilities from occurring in other parts of the application. Additionally, web application firewalls should be configured to monitor and block suspicious sql injection patterns, while database access should be restricted to minimum required privileges for the web application. This vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses sql injection flaws, and represents a clear violation of ATT&CK technique T1190 for exploiting vulnerabilities in web applications. Regular security assessments and input validation testing should be implemented as ongoing practices to prevent similar issues in the future.