CVE-2008-5774 in HomeBuilder
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in ASPSiteWare HomeBuilder 1.0 and 2.0 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) iType parameter to (a) type.asp and (b) type2.asp and the (2) iPro parameter to (c) detail.asp.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/18/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-5774 represents a critical security flaw in ASPSiteWare HomeBuilder versions 1.0 and 2.0 that exposes the application to remote SQL injection attacks. This vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation mechanisms within the web application's parameter handling processes, specifically affecting three key script files: type.asp, type2.asp, and detail.asp. The flaw manifests when user-supplied parameters are directly incorporated into SQL query constructions without proper sanitization or parameterization, creating an exploitable entry point for malicious actors to manipulate the underlying database operations.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability occurs through two distinct parameter injection points that collectively enable attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands against the database backend. The first injection vector involves the iType parameter within the type.asp and type2.asp scripts, while the second vector utilizes the iPro parameter in the detail.asp script. Both attack vectors demonstrate a classic lack of input validation and proper SQL query construction practices, where user-controllable data flows directly into database queries without appropriate escaping or parameterization mechanisms. This vulnerability aligns with CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection flaws in software applications, and represents a fundamental breakdown in the application's data sanitization protocols.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it provides attackers with the capability to execute arbitrary database commands with the privileges of the web application's database user account. Successful exploitation could result in complete database compromise, including data exfiltration, unauthorized data modification, and potential privilege escalation within the database environment. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to retrieve sensitive information such as user credentials, personal data, or business-critical information stored within the application's database. The remote nature of this vulnerability means that attackers do not require local system access or physical proximity to exploit the flaw, making it particularly dangerous for web-facing applications.
Security mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should prioritize immediate implementation of proper input validation and parameterization techniques throughout the affected application components. The recommended approach involves implementing prepared statements or parameterized queries for all database interactions, ensuring that user-supplied parameters are properly escaped or validated before being incorporated into SQL commands. Additionally, the application should enforce strict input filtering and sanitization mechanisms to prevent malicious payloads from being processed. Organizations should also implement proper access controls and database privilege management to limit the potential damage from successful exploitation attempts. This vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of following secure coding practices and adheres to ATT&CK technique T1190, which describes the use of SQL injection to gain unauthorized access to database systems, highlighting the need for comprehensive application security testing and input validation measures.