CVE-2008-6782 in EZ Hosting Directory
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in directory.php in Sites for Scripts (SFS) EZ Hosting Directory allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cat_id parameter in a list action.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/09/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-6782 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the Sites for Scripts EZ Hosting Directory application, specifically affecting the directory.php script. This vulnerability resides in the handling of user input parameters, where the cat_id parameter in the list action fails to properly sanitize or validate incoming data before incorporating it into sql queries. The flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate the sql execution flow by injecting malicious sql commands through the cat_id parameter, effectively bypassing normal authentication and authorization mechanisms.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from improper input validation and query construction practices within the application's backend processing. When the directory.php script processes the cat_id parameter, it directly incorporates user-supplied values into sql statements without adequate escaping or parameterization techniques. This creates an exploitable condition where an attacker can append malicious sql code to the legitimate query, potentially gaining unauthorized access to database contents, modifying sensitive information, or executing destructive operations. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses sql injection flaws where untrusted data is embedded into sql queries without proper sanitization.
From an operational perspective, this vulnerability presents significant risk to organizations using the affected EZ Hosting Directory software, as it enables remote code execution capabilities through database manipulation. Attackers can leverage this flaw to extract confidential data including user credentials, personal information, and business-sensitive records stored within the application's database. The impact extends beyond simple data theft, as malicious actors could potentially modify or delete database entries, corrupt application functionality, or establish persistent access points. The remote nature of the attack means that exploitation can occur from any internet-connected location without requiring physical access to the target system.
The security implications of CVE-2008-6782 align with several ATT&CK framework techniques including T1190 for exploitation of known vulnerabilities, T1071.004 for application layer protocol usage, and T1046 for network service discovery. Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including input validation, parameterized queries, and proper output encoding to prevent sql injection attacks. The recommended remediation approach involves implementing prepared statements or parameterized queries for all database interactions, applying proper input sanitization techniques, and conducting regular security assessments to identify similar vulnerabilities across the application stack. Additionally, network segmentation and intrusion detection systems should be deployed to monitor for suspicious sql query patterns and unauthorized database access attempts.