CVE-2008-6337 in Com Volunteer
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in the Volunteer Management System (com_volunteer) module 2.0 for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the job_id parameter in a jobshow action to index.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/20/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-6337 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the Volunteer Management System module version 2.0 for Joomla! platforms. This security weakness resides in the com_volunteer component's handling of user input, specifically the job_id parameter that is processed during jobshow actions through the index.php endpoint. The vulnerability exposes the system to remote code execution attacks where malicious actors can manipulate database queries by injecting arbitrary SQL commands through the vulnerable parameter.
This SQL injection vulnerability operates under CWE-89 which classifies it as a direct SQL injection attack vector. The flaw allows attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms and manipulate database operations by injecting malicious SQL syntax into the job_id parameter. When the application processes this parameter without proper input validation or sanitization, the injected SQL commands execute within the database context, potentially granting attackers full access to sensitive information, data manipulation capabilities, or even complete system compromise. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it enables remote exploitation without requiring any prior authentication credentials.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft to encompass complete system compromise and data integrity breaches. Attackers can leverage this flaw to extract confidential information such as user credentials, personal details, and system configurations stored within the Joomla was widely adopted content management systems at the time, this vulnerability affected numerous websites and organizations relying on volunteer management functionalities, creating a substantial attack surface for malicious actors.
Security mitigations for CVE-2008-6337 should prioritize immediate patching of the affected Joomla! module to version 2.1 or later, which includes proper input validation and parameter sanitization. Organizations should implement proper input filtering mechanisms that validate and sanitize all user-supplied data before processing, particularly focusing on SQL injection prevention techniques such as prepared statements and parameterized queries. Network-level protections including web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems can provide additional defense-in-depth measures. The vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190 which describes exploitation of vulnerabilities in web applications, and T1071.004 which covers application layer protocols including HTTP. Regular security audits and input validation testing should be implemented to prevent similar vulnerabilities in future development cycles, ensuring proper adherence to secure coding practices and database security standards.