CVE-2008-3768 in SunShop Shopping Cart
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in class.ajax.php in Turnkey Web Tools SunShop Shopping Cart before 4.1.5 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via (1) the id parameter in an edit_registry action to index.php, (2) a vector involving the check_email function, and other vectors.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/03/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-3768 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the Turnkey Web Tools SunShop Shopping Cart platform prior to version 4.1.5. This vulnerability exists in the class.ajax.php file and demonstrates a fundamental weakness in input validation and query construction that enables malicious actors to manipulate database operations through carefully crafted payloads. The affected software architecture fails to properly sanitize user-supplied input before incorporating it into SQL command structures, creating an exploitable pathway for unauthorized database access and manipulation.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability manifests through multiple attack vectors that specifically target different parameters within the application's AJAX handling mechanisms. The primary exploitation occurs through the id parameter within the edit_registry action of index.php, where user input directly influences SQL query construction without adequate sanitization. Additionally, a secondary vector involves the check_email function, which similarly fails to validate or escape input data before database processing. These attack vectors fall under the CWE-89 category of SQL Injection, specifically demonstrating how unfiltered user input can be leveraged to construct malicious SQL statements that bypass authentication mechanisms and execute arbitrary commands on the underlying database server.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends far beyond simple data theft, as it provides attackers with complete database access capabilities that can result in data corruption, unauthorized modifications, and potential system compromise. Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands to extract sensitive information including user credentials, customer data, and business-critical information stored within the shopping cart database. The vulnerability's remote nature means that attackers do not require physical access to the system or local network privileges to exploit the flaw, making it particularly dangerous for online commerce platforms that handle sensitive customer data. This vulnerability directly maps to ATT&CK technique T1071.004 for Application Layer Protocol: DNS and T1041 for Exfiltration, as successful exploitation would enable data extraction and command execution at the database layer.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2008-3768 must focus on immediate patching of the affected SunShop platform to version 4.1.5 or later, which contains the necessary input validation fixes. Organizations should implement proper parameterized queries and prepared statements to prevent SQL injection attacks, ensuring that all user input is properly escaped or validated before database processing. Network-level defenses including web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems should be configured to monitor for suspicious SQL injection patterns in HTTP requests. Additionally, access controls should be implemented to limit database connection privileges, ensuring that application accounts have minimal required permissions to reduce the potential impact of successful exploitation. Regular security audits and input validation testing should be conducted to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities in other application components. The vulnerability underscores the importance of maintaining up-to-date software versions and implementing robust security practices throughout the application lifecycle, particularly for e-commerce platforms handling sensitive user data and financial transactions.