CVE-2009-0109 in RiotPix
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in RiotPix 0.61 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the username parameter. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/21/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2009-0109 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the RiotPix content management system version 0.61 and earlier. This vulnerability specifically affects the index.php script and exploits improper input validation mechanisms that fail to adequately sanitize user-supplied data. The flaw exists in the handling of the username parameter, which is processed without sufficient security controls to prevent malicious SQL code execution. This vulnerability type falls under the CWE-89 category, which specifically addresses SQL injection weaknesses where untrusted data is directly incorporated into SQL command strings without proper sanitization or parameterization.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when remote attackers submit maliciously crafted username values that contain SQL payload sequences. When the application processes these inputs through the vulnerable index.php script, the unsanitized data gets concatenated directly into SQL queries, enabling attackers to manipulate the database query structure. This allows for unauthorized access to database contents, potential data exfiltration, and in severe cases, complete database compromise. The vulnerability demonstrates a classic lack of input validation and output encoding practices that are fundamental to preventing injection attacks according to industry security best practices.
Operationally, this vulnerability presents significant risks to systems running affected RiotPix versions as it enables remote code execution capabilities through database manipulation. Attackers can leverage this flaw to extract sensitive information such as user credentials, database schemas, and application data. The impact extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation may allow attackers to modify database contents, escalate privileges, or even gain deeper system access. This vulnerability particularly affects web applications that rely on user authentication mechanisms, making it a prime target for attackers seeking to compromise user accounts and gain unauthorized access to protected resources.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2009-0109 should prioritize immediate patching of the affected RiotPix versions to the latest available releases that contain proper input validation and sanitization mechanisms. Organizations should implement proper parameterized queries or prepared statements to prevent SQL injection attacks, ensuring that all user inputs are properly escaped or validated before database processing. Additionally, network segmentation and access controls should be implemented to limit exposure, while regular security audits and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities. The remediation approach aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190 for exploiting vulnerabilities and emphasizes defensive measures against command injection attacks as outlined in the MITRE ATT&CK framework for web application security.