CVE-2008-3151 in 4ndvddb
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in the 4ndvddb 0.91 module for PHP-Nuke allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in a show_dvd action.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/09/2025
The CVE-2008-3151 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw within the 4ndvddb 0.91 module for PHP-Nuke content management system. This vulnerability specifically affects the show_dvd action within the module's parameter handling mechanism, creating a pathway for remote attackers to manipulate database queries through improper input validation. The vulnerability stems from the module's failure to adequately sanitize user-supplied input passed through the id parameter, which is directly incorporated into sql execution statements without proper escaping or parameterization. This weakness allows malicious actors to inject arbitrary sql commands that can be executed with the privileges of the web application's database user, potentially leading to complete database compromise and unauthorized data access.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability follows standard sql injection patterns where the attacker crafts malicious input that alters the intended sql query structure. When the id parameter is processed within the show_dvd action, the module concatenates user input directly into sql statements without proper input filtering or prepared statement usage. This design flaw aligns with common weakness enumerations such as CWE-89 sql injection, which specifically addresses the condition where untrusted data is incorporated into sql commands without adequate sanitization. The vulnerability exists at the application layer where user input flows directly into database operations, creating a direct path for attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms and execute unauthorized database operations.
The operational impact of CVE-2008-3151 extends beyond simple data theft to encompass complete system compromise potential. Remote attackers can leverage this vulnerability to extract sensitive information including user credentials, personal data, and system configuration details stored in the database. The attack surface is particularly concerning for PHP-Nuke installations using the affected 4ndvddb module, as the vulnerability affects the core database interaction functionality. Attackers may also utilize this weakness to modify or delete database records, potentially causing data corruption or system instability. This vulnerability directly maps to attack techniques described in the mitre ATT&CK framework under the data manipulation and credential access tactics, where adversaries seek to exploit application vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized database access and extract sensitive information.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2008-3151 require immediate implementation of proper input validation and parameterized query usage within the affected PHP-Nuke module. System administrators should implement proper input sanitization techniques including the use of prepared statements or parameterized queries to prevent user input from being interpreted as sql commands. The vulnerability can be addressed by updating to patched versions of the 4ndvddb module or implementing proper input validation that filters out malicious sql characters such as single quotes, semicolons, and sql keywords. Additionally, network-based mitigations including web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems can help detect and block malicious sql injection attempts. Organizations should also consider implementing database access controls that limit the privileges of web application database users and establish proper monitoring procedures to detect unauthorized database access attempts. The remediation process should include thorough testing to ensure that input validation does not break legitimate functionality while effectively blocking malicious input patterns that could lead to sql injection exploitation.