CVE-2008-6114 in Zogo Shop
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in product_details.php in the Mytipper Zogo-shop 1.15.4 plugin for e107 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the product parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/11/2024
The CVE-2008-6114 vulnerability represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the Mytipper Zogo-shop 1.15.4 plugin for the e107 content management system. This vulnerability specifically affects the product_details.php script which processes user input through the product parameter, creating an exploitable pathway for malicious actors to manipulate database queries. The vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization mechanisms that fail to properly escape or filter user-supplied data before incorporating it into SQL command structures. This weakness allows attackers to inject malicious SQL code that can be executed by the database engine, potentially leading to complete system compromise and unauthorized data access.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability follows standard SQL injection attack patterns where malicious input is crafted to manipulate the intended SQL query execution flow. When the product parameter is processed by product_details.php, the plugin fails to implement proper parameterized queries or input sanitization techniques that would normally prevent such injection attacks. Attackers can leverage this flaw to bypass authentication mechanisms, extract sensitive database information, modify or delete records, and potentially gain administrative control over the affected system. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-89 as SQL injection, which is a well-documented and highly dangerous class of vulnerabilities that consistently ranks among the top security risks in web applications. This weakness directly enables several attack techniques documented in the MITRE ATT&CK framework under the T1190 category for exploit public-facing applications.
The operational impact of CVE-2008-6114 extends beyond simple data theft to encompass complete system compromise and potential denial of service conditions. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability can gain unauthorized access to customer data, product information, and potentially sensitive administrative credentials stored within the database. The vulnerability affects the entire e107 ecosystem where the Mytipper Zogo-shop plugin is installed, making it a significant concern for online retailers and businesses relying on this platform for their e-commerce operations. Organizations using this specific plugin version face substantial risk of data breaches, financial loss, and reputational damage. The vulnerability's remote exploitability means that attackers do not require physical access or local system privileges to cause damage, making it particularly dangerous for publicly accessible web applications.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2008-6114 must address both immediate remediation and long-term security improvements. The primary solution involves updating to the patched version of the Mytipper Zogo-shop plugin or implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries in the affected product_details.php script. Organizations should implement proper input sanitization techniques including the use of prepared statements with parameterized queries, which directly prevents SQL injection by separating SQL code from data. Additionally, the implementation of web application firewalls and input validation rules can provide additional layers of protection against similar vulnerabilities. Security monitoring and regular vulnerability assessments should be conducted to identify and remediate similar weaknesses in other components of the e107 platform. The remediation process should also include comprehensive testing to ensure that the patched implementation does not introduce new functionality issues while effectively mitigating the SQL injection threat vector. Organizations should also consider implementing database access controls and monitoring mechanisms to detect and respond to unauthorized database access attempts that may indicate exploitation attempts.