CVE-2008-5969 in e-Flower
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in popupproduct.php in Sunbyte e-Flower allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/12/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-5969 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the sunbyte e-flower web application suite specifically affecting the popupproduct.php script. This vulnerability resides in the handling of user-supplied input through the id parameter, which is processed without adequate sanitization or validation mechanisms. The flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate the application's database interactions by injecting malicious sql code through the vulnerable parameter, potentially leading to unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion within the underlying database system.
This vulnerability directly maps to CWE-89 which defines sql injection as the improper handling of sql commands within application code, where user input is directly incorporated into sql queries without proper escaping or parameterization. The attack vector operates through the web application's interface where the id parameter is accepted and processed, creating an environment where malicious input can alter the intended sql execution flow. The vulnerability is classified as remote due to the ability of attackers to exploit it through network connections without requiring physical access to the system. The attack follows the typical sql injection pattern where an attacker crafts input that bypasses normal input validation and injects sql syntax that the application executes with elevated privileges.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, encompassing complete database compromise and potential system infiltration. Attackers could leverage this flaw to extract sensitive customer information, modify product listings, manipulate pricing data, or even gain administrative access to the application. The vulnerability affects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the e-commerce platform's data assets, potentially resulting in financial losses, reputation damage, and regulatory compliance violations. Organizations using the sunbyte e-flower platform would face significant risk exposure, particularly in environments where the application handles sensitive customer data or financial transactions. The vulnerability's exploitation could enable attackers to perform unauthorized database operations that might go undetected for extended periods, complicating forensic analysis and incident response efforts.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2008-5969 should prioritize immediate patching of the affected application version and implementation of proper input validation techniques. The most effective remediation involves parameterized queries or prepared statements that separate sql command structure from user data, eliminating the possibility of sql injection through malformed input. Additionally, implementing proper input sanitization, output encoding, and least privilege database access controls can significantly reduce the attack surface. Organizations should also deploy web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems to monitor for exploitation attempts. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of following secure coding practices as outlined in the owasp top ten and mitre attack framework, where sql injection remains consistently ranked among the most critical web application security risks. Regular security assessments, code reviews, and penetration testing should be implemented to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application components and ensure comprehensive protection against sql injection attacks across the entire system landscape.