CVE-2008-6326 in Simple Customer
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in login.php in Simple Customer as downloaded on 20081118 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the email parameter. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/16/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-6326 represents a critical sql injection flaw in the login.php script of a Simple Customer application as it existed on November 18, 2008. This vulnerability resides within the authentication mechanism of the web application, specifically targeting the email parameter processing. The flaw enables remote attackers to manipulate the sql query execution by injecting malicious sql commands through the email input field, potentially compromising the entire database backend. The vulnerability classification aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses sql injection weaknesses where untrusted data is incorporated into sql queries without proper sanitization or parameterization. This type of vulnerability falls under the attack pattern category described in the mitre attack framework as part of the command and control phase where adversaries attempt to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability occurs when the application fails to properly validate or sanitize user input received through the email parameter in the login.php script. When an attacker submits malicious input containing sql payload characters such as single quotes, semicolons, or sql keywords, the application incorporates this unvalidated data directly into the sql query structure. This lack of input sanitization creates an opportunity for attackers to manipulate the intended sql query execution flow, potentially allowing them to extract sensitive data, modify database records, or even gain administrative access to the application. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it affects the core authentication functionality, meaning that successful exploitation could provide unauthorized access to user accounts and sensitive customer information stored within the database.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it can enable comprehensive database compromise and potential system takeover. Attackers leveraging this vulnerability could perform unauthorized database operations including but not limited to data extraction, data modification, or even data deletion. The remote nature of the attack means that exploitation does not require physical access to the target system, making it particularly attractive to threat actors. The vulnerability affects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the application's data, representing a serious risk to business operations. Organizations utilizing this vulnerable application would face potential regulatory compliance violations, financial losses, and reputational damage if exploited successfully. The vulnerability's persistence in the codebase without proper input validation demonstrates a fundamental flaw in the application's security design principles.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2008-6326 must address both immediate remediation and long-term security improvements. The primary fix involves implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks. Organizations should replace direct string concatenation of user input with prepared statements or parameterized queries that separate sql code from data. Additionally, input sanitization measures including character filtering, length restrictions, and encoding should be implemented to prevent malicious payloads from reaching the sql engine. The application should also implement proper error handling that does not reveal database structure information to users. Security monitoring and logging should be enhanced to detect suspicious login attempts and sql injection patterns. This vulnerability highlights the importance of following secure coding practices and adhering to industry standards such as owasp top ten and the defense in depth principle as outlined in nist cybersecurity framework. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities across the entire application stack.