CVE-2009-3063 in Com Gameserver
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in the Game Server (com_gameserver) component 1.0 for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in a gamepanel action to index.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/09/2024
The CVE-2009-3063 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw within the Game Server component version 1.0 for Joomla content management systems. The flaw manifests when the application fails to properly sanitize user input passed through the id parameter, creating an avenue for malicious actors to manipulate database queries. The vulnerability occurs within the gamepanel action handler in the index.php file, where user-supplied data directly influences sql command construction without adequate validation or escaping mechanisms.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability stems from improper input validation practices that allow attackers to inject malicious sql payloads through the id parameter. When a user submits data containing sql injection characters such as single quotes, semicolons, or union keywords, the application processes this input without proper sanitization, enabling attackers to construct arbitrary sql commands. This flaw falls under the common weakness enumeration CWE-89 which specifically addresses sql injection vulnerabilities. The vulnerability exists because the application does not employ parameterized queries or proper input filtering, allowing attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms, extract sensitive data, modify database contents, or even execute operating system commands depending on the database backend configuration.
The operational impact of CVE-2009-3063 extends beyond simple data theft, as it provides attackers with comprehensive database access capabilities that can compromise entire web applications. Remote attackers can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges, gain unauthorized access to administrative functions, and potentially establish persistent backdoors within the compromised Joomla! installation. The vulnerability's remote exploitability means that attackers do not require local system access or physical presence to exploit the flaw, making it particularly dangerous for publicly accessible web applications. This vulnerability directly aligns with attack techniques described in the attack pattern taxonomy under the MITRE ATT&CK framework, specifically mapping to techniques involving sql injection and privilege escalation.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate implementation of proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms within the affected Joomla security team strongly recommends upgrading to patched versions of the com_gameserver component or implementing web application firewalls that can detect and block suspicious sql injection patterns. Organizations should also conduct comprehensive security audits of their Joomla! installations to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities across other components and extensions that may be susceptible to similar input validation flaws.