CVE-2008-5777 in CadeNix
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in CadeNix allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cid parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/18/2024
The CVE-2008-5777 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw in the CadeNix content management system where the index.php script fails to properly sanitize user input before incorporating it into database queries. This vulnerability specifically affects the cid parameter which is used to identify content items within the application's database operations. The flaw arises from insufficient input validation and parameter sanitization mechanisms that allow malicious actors to inject arbitrary sql commands through crafted input values. The vulnerability exists at the application layer where user-supplied data flows directly into sql query construction without adequate security controls.
This sql injection vulnerability falls under the common weakness enumeration CWE-89 which specifically addresses improper neutralization of special elements used in sql commands. The attack vector operates through the cid parameter in index.php where an attacker can manipulate the input to alter the intended sql query execution path. When the application processes the cid parameter, it concatenates user input directly into sql statements without proper escaping or parameterization techniques. The vulnerability enables attackers to execute unauthorized database operations including data extraction, modification, or deletion of sensitive information stored within the application's backend database.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe as it provides remote attackers with the ability to gain unauthorized access to the underlying database system. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to extract sensitive data such as user credentials, personal information, or business-critical data stored in the database. The vulnerability also allows for potential privilege escalation within the database environment and can lead to complete system compromise if the database user has elevated permissions. Additionally, attackers can use this vulnerability to modify or delete database content, potentially causing data integrity issues or service disruption. The remote nature of the attack means that exploitation can occur from any location without requiring physical access to the target system.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2008-5777 should focus on implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks. The primary remediation involves updating the index.php script to use prepared statements or parameterized queries when processing the cid parameter. Security measures should include input sanitization routines that validate and filter all user-supplied data before database processing. Organizations should also implement proper access controls and database privilege management to limit the potential impact of successful exploitation. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of following secure coding practices as outlined in the software security development lifecycle and aligns with the attack technique described in the attack tree framework where adversaries exploit application-level vulnerabilities to achieve database access. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities in other application components.