CVE-2009-3532 in LogRover
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in login.asp (aka the login screen) in LogRover 2.3 and 2.3.3 on Windows allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) uname and (2) pword parameters. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/23/2021
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2009-3532 represents a critical SQL injection flaw in the LogRover 2.3 and 2.3.3 web applications running on Windows systems. This vulnerability specifically targets the login.asp component, which serves as the primary authentication interface for the application. The flaw exists in the handling of user credentials where the application fails to properly sanitize input parameters before incorporating them into SQL query constructions. The vulnerability affects two distinct parameters within the login process: uname for username and pword for password, making the authentication mechanism susceptible to malicious input manipulation.
This SQL injection vulnerability falls under the CWE-89 classification as it involves the execution of unauthorized SQL commands through improper input validation. The attack vector is particularly dangerous because it occurs at the authentication layer, providing attackers with direct access to the underlying database system. When remote attackers submit malicious input through the uname and pword parameters, the application processes these inputs without adequate sanitization or parameterization, allowing attackers to inject arbitrary SQL commands that execute within the database context. The vulnerability's impact extends beyond simple authentication bypass as it potentially enables complete database compromise, data exfiltration, and unauthorized access to sensitive user information.
The operational implications of this vulnerability are severe for organizations utilizing LogRover 2.3 or 2.3.3 systems. Attackers can exploit this weakness to gain unauthorized access to user accounts, extract confidential data such as usernames, passwords, and potentially other sensitive information stored in the database. The vulnerability also creates opportunities for attackers to modify or delete database records, potentially leading to data integrity compromise and system availability issues. Given that this affects the login screen, successful exploitation could result in complete system compromise, as attackers might escalate privileges or gain access to administrative functions through database manipulation. The attack surface is broad since any remote user can potentially exploit this vulnerability without requiring prior authentication.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should focus on implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries throughout the application code. The most effective approach involves adopting prepared statements or parameterized queries that separate SQL command structure from data input, preventing malicious SQL code injection. Organizations should immediately apply security patches or updates provided by the vendor, as this vulnerability has been known since 2009 and likely has remediation available. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls and input sanitization measures can provide additional protection layers. Network segmentation and access control measures should be enforced to limit exposure of vulnerable systems, while regular security audits and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other applications. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of proper input validation and secure coding practices, aligning with ATT&CK technique T1190 for exploiting vulnerabilities in web applications and T1071.004 for application layer protocol usage in command and control communications.