CVE-2008-6952 in MauryCMS
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in Rss.php in MauryCMS 0.53.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the c parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/11/2024
The CVE-2008-6952 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw in MauryCMS version 0.53.2 and earlier, specifically within the rss.php component. This vulnerability exposes the content management system to remote code execution attacks through improper input validation mechanisms. The flaw manifests when the application fails to adequately sanitize user-supplied data passed through the 'c' parameter, creating an exploitable pathway for malicious actors to inject arbitrary sql commands into the underlying database layer.
This vulnerability falls under the CWE-89 category of sql injection, which is classified as a fundamental weakness in software design that allows attackers to manipulate database queries through malicious input. The specific implementation flaw occurs in the rss.php file where the 'c' parameter is directly incorporated into sql queries without proper sanitization or parameterization. According to ATT&CK framework, this represents a technique categorized under T1190 - Exploit Public-Facing Application, where attackers target web applications to gain unauthorized access to backend systems.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe as it enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary sql commands on the affected system, potentially leading to complete database compromise, data exfiltration, and unauthorized access to sensitive information. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to extract user credentials, modify database content, or even escalate privileges within the application environment. The vulnerability affects all versions of MauryCMS up to and including 0.53.2, indicating a long-standing issue that was not properly addressed in the software lifecycle.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability include immediate patching of the MauryCMS application to a version that addresses the sql injection flaw, implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries in the rss.php component, and deploying web application firewalls to detect and block malicious sql injection attempts. Additionally, organizations should conduct comprehensive security assessments of their web applications to identify similar vulnerabilities, implement proper access controls, and establish robust monitoring mechanisms to detect unauthorized database access attempts. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of input validation and proper database query construction in preventing sql injection attacks.