CVE-2008-4084 in easyclassifields
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in staticpages/easyclassifields/index.php in MyioSoft EasyClassifields 3.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the go parameter in a browse action.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/03/2024
The CVE-2008-4084 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw within the MyioSoft EasyClassifields 3.0 web application that specifically targets the staticpages/easyclassifields/index.php script. This vulnerability arises from inadequate input validation and sanitization mechanisms within the application's parameter handling system, particularly when processing the 'go' parameter during browse actions. The flaw enables remote attackers to inject malicious sql commands directly into the application's database query execution pipeline, potentially compromising the entire backend database infrastructure.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker crafts a malicious payload containing sql injection sequences and submits it through the 'go' parameter in the browse action. The application fails to properly escape or validate user input before incorporating it into sql queries, allowing attackers to manipulate the intended database operations. This type of vulnerability falls under the CWE-89 category of sql injection, which is classified as a high-risk vulnerability in the CWE top 25 most dangerous software weaknesses. The vulnerability's impact is amplified by its remote execution capability, meaning attackers do not require local system access to exploit the flaw.
From an operational perspective, this vulnerability poses severe risks to organizations using MyioSoft EasyClassifields 3.0 as it provides attackers with direct access to execute arbitrary sql commands against the underlying database. Successful exploitation could result in data theft, data corruption, unauthorized database modifications, and potentially full system compromise. Attackers might extract sensitive information including user credentials, personal data, and business-critical information stored within the database. The vulnerability also aligns with several ATT&CK tactics including TA0006 credential access and TA0002 execution, as it enables both data exfiltration and command execution capabilities. Organizations may face regulatory compliance violations and significant financial losses due to potential data breaches.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2008-4084 should prioritize immediate patching of the MyioSoft EasyClassifields application to the latest available version that addresses this sql injection vulnerability. Organizations should implement proper input validation and sanitization mechanisms, including parameterized queries and stored procedures to prevent sql injection attacks. The principle of least privilege should be enforced by ensuring database accounts used by the application have minimal required permissions. Network-level protections such as web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems can provide additional defense-in-depth measures. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other applications. Organizations should also implement proper error handling to prevent information leakage that could aid attackers in understanding the application's internal structure and database schema.