CVE-2008-3267 in mojoJobs
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in mojoJobs.cgi in MojoJobs allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cat_a parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/02/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-3267 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the mojoJobs.cgi script component of the MojoJobs web application. This vulnerability specifically targets the cat_a parameter, which serves as an entry point for malicious SQL command injection attempts. The flaw exists in the application's input validation mechanisms, where user-supplied data is directly incorporated into database query construction without proper sanitization or parameterization. This allows remote attackers to manipulate the underlying database queries by injecting malicious SQL syntax through the vulnerable parameter, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data or executing destructive operations on the database system.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability follows standard SQL injection attack patterns where the attacker crafts malicious input containing SQL commands that bypass normal input validation. When the cat_a parameter is processed by the mojoJobs.cgi script, the application fails to properly escape or sanitize the input before incorporating it into SQL queries. This creates an environment where attackers can inject additional SQL statements that execute with the privileges of the database user account associated with the web application. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection weaknesses in software applications, making it a well-documented and widely recognized security flaw that has been extensively studied and mitigated in modern development practices.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could enable attackers to perform complete database compromise including data modification, deletion, or unauthorized access to administrative functions. The remote nature of the attack means that exploitation can occur from any location without requiring physical access to the target system, making it particularly dangerous for web applications. Organizations running affected versions of MojoJobs face significant risks including potential data breaches, service disruption, and compliance violations, especially in environments where sensitive job application data or personal information might be stored in the vulnerable database. This vulnerability directly relates to ATT&CK technique T1190, which covers the exploitation of remote services through injection attacks, and represents a fundamental flaw in the application's data handling security architecture.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2008-3267 require immediate implementation of proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent malicious SQL code from being executed. The most effective approach involves implementing prepared statements or parameterized queries that separate SQL command structure from data values, ensuring that user input is never directly concatenated into SQL commands. Additionally, input filtering and sanitization should be implemented to reject or escape potentially dangerous characters and sequences. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls to detect and block suspicious SQL injection patterns, along with regular security audits and penetration testing to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application components. The vulnerability highlights the importance of following secure coding practices and adhering to established security frameworks that emphasize proper data validation and input sanitization as fundamental defense mechanisms against injection attacks.