CVE-2008-5195 in SebracCMS
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in SebracCMS (sbcms) 0.4 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via (1) the recid parameter to cms/form/read.php, (2) the uname parameter to cms/index.php, and other unspecified vectors.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/31/2024
The CVE-2008-5195 vulnerability represents a critical SQL injection flaw in SebracCMS version 0.4 that exposes multiple attack vectors allowing remote code execution through database manipulation. This vulnerability falls under the CWE-89 category of SQL Injection, where improper input validation enables attackers to inject malicious SQL commands into the application's database queries. The specific attack vectors include the recid parameter in cms/form/read.php and the uname parameter in cms/index.php, both of which fail to properly sanitize user inputs before incorporating them into SQL statements.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from the application's failure to employ proper input validation and parameterized queries when processing user-supplied data. When an attacker submits malicious input through the vulnerable parameters, the application directly concatenates these inputs into SQL commands without adequate sanitization or escaping mechanisms. This allows attackers to manipulate the intended database query execution flow, potentially gaining unauthorized access to database contents, modifying sensitive information, or executing arbitrary commands on the underlying database server.
From an operational perspective, this vulnerability presents a severe risk to organizations utilizing SebracCMS 0.4 as it enables remote attackers to compromise the entire database infrastructure. The impact extends beyond simple data theft to include potential system compromise, as successful exploitation can lead to full database access and the possibility of escalating privileges. Attackers could extract user credentials, personal information, and other sensitive data stored within the CMS database, while also potentially gaining the ability to modify or delete content. The remote nature of the attack means that exploitation does not require physical access to the system, making it particularly dangerous for web applications exposed to the internet.
Security practitioners should implement multiple layers of defense to mitigate this vulnerability, including immediate patching of the CMS to a version that addresses the SQL injection flaws. Input validation should be strengthened at all entry points, with proper parameterized queries implemented to prevent SQL injection attacks. Additionally, the principle of least privilege should be enforced by ensuring database accounts used by the CMS have minimal required permissions, limiting potential damage from successful exploitation. Network-level protections such as web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems can provide additional monitoring and blocking capabilities. Organizations should also conduct comprehensive security assessments to identify other potential SQL injection vulnerabilities within their application codebase, as this represents a common weakness that requires systematic attention to prevent similar issues across different software components. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of secure coding practices and proper input sanitization as outlined in various cybersecurity frameworks including the OWASP Top Ten and NIST cybersecurity guidelines.