CVE-2009-2239 in Com Casinobase
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in the (1) casinobase (com_casinobase), (2) casino_blackjack (com_casino_blackjack), and (3) casino_videopoker (com_casino_videopoker) components 0.3.1 for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the Itemid parameter to index.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/29/2024
This vulnerability resides within Joomla menu items and component routing. When an attacker submits malicious input through this parameter, the application fails to properly sanitize or validate the data before incorporating it into SQL command construction, creating an exploitable condition that allows arbitrary code execution within the database context.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability follows established patterns for SQL injection attacks where the attacker manipulates the Itemid parameter to inject malicious SQL syntax into the database query execution flow. This flaw falls under the CWE-89 category of SQL Injection, which represents one of the most critical web application security vulnerabilities according to the Common Weakness Enumeration standards. The attack vector operates entirely through HTTP requests without requiring authentication or privileged access, making it particularly dangerous as it can be exploited by anyone with knowledge of the target system's URL structure. The vulnerability's impact extends beyond simple data theft to potentially allowing full database compromise, privilege escalation, and unauthorized access to sensitive user information or system configuration data.
The operational consequences of this vulnerability are severe for any Joomla ecosystems that rely on these specific components, particularly those in gaming or entertainment sectors where user data and financial transactions are common. According to ATT&CK framework methodology, this vulnerability maps to T1190 - Exploit Public-Facing Application, where the attacker leverages publicly accessible web interfaces to gain unauthorized access to backend systems. The attack chain typically involves reconnaissance to identify vulnerable Joomla! installations, followed by exploitation of the Itemid parameter to inject malicious SQL commands, ultimately leading to unauthorized database access and potential system compromise.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability must include immediate patching of the affected Joomla installations to minimize attack surface, as these casino components may not be essential for all deployments. Additionally, implementing proper access controls and database user privilege management ensures that even if exploitation occurs, the damage is limited by restricting database user permissions to only necessary operations.