CVE-2010-0112 in IM Manager
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in the Administrative Interface in the IIS extension in Symantec IM Manager before 8.4.16 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via (1) the rdReport parameter to rdpageimlogic.aspx, related to the sGetDefinition function in rdServer.dll, and SQL statements contained within a certain report file; (2) unspecified parameters in a DetailReportGroup (aka DetailReportGroup.lgx) action to rdpageimlogic.aspx; the (3) selclause, (4) whereTrendTimeClause, (5) TrendTypeForReport, (6) whereProtocolClause, or (7) groupClause parameter in a SummaryReportGroup (aka SummaryReportGroup.lgx) action to rdpageimlogic.aspx; the (8) loginTimeStamp, (9) dbo, (10) dateDiffParam, or (11) whereClause parameter in a LoggedInUsers (aka LoggedInUSers.lgx) action to (a) rdpageimlogic.aspx or (b) rdPage.aspx; the (12) selclause, (13) whereTrendTimeClause, (14) TrendTypeForReport, (15) whereProtocolClause, or (16) groupClause parameter to rdpageimlogic.aspx; (17) the groupList parameter to IMAdminReportTrendFormRun.asp; or (18) the email parameter to IMAdminScheduleReport.asp.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/28/2021
The vulnerability described in CVE-2010-0112 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within Symantec IM Manager's IIS extension administrative interface. This vulnerability exists in versions prior to 8.4.16 and allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands through multiple input vectors within the web application's report generation functionality. The flaw specifically affects the rdpageimlogic.aspx page and various report group actions that process user-supplied parameters, creating a wide attack surface that spans multiple report types and parameter sets. The vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization of user-provided data before incorporating it into SQL query construction, making it a classic example of improper input handling that enables malicious code execution.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability involves multiple attack vectors that all share the common weakness of improper parameter sanitization within the Symantec IM Manager administrative interface. Attackers can exploit these vulnerabilities through various report parameters including rdReport, selclause, whereTrendTimeClause, TrendTypeForReport, whereProtocolClause, groupClause, loginTimeStamp, dbo, dateDiffParam, whereClause, groupList, and email. Each of these parameters is processed through the sGetDefinition function in rdServer.dll and other report handling components, where user input is directly concatenated into SQL statements without proper escaping or parameterization. This design flaw allows attackers to inject malicious SQL payloads that can manipulate the underlying database, potentially leading to complete system compromise. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-89 as SQL injection, which is a well-documented weakness in database interaction code that enables attackers to execute unauthorized database commands.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe and multifaceted, as it provides remote attackers with the ability to perform unauthorized database operations including data extraction, modification, or deletion. An attacker who successfully exploits any of the 18 identified vectors could potentially gain access to sensitive configuration data, user credentials, or other confidential information stored within the Symantec IM Manager database. The attack can be executed remotely without requiring authentication, making it particularly dangerous as it allows for automated exploitation at scale. The vulnerability affects the administrative interface specifically, meaning that successful exploitation could lead to complete compromise of the management system, potentially enabling attackers to manipulate security policies, view sensitive reports, or even modify the system's operational parameters. This aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.004 for application layer protocol manipulation and T1190 for exploitation of remote services.
The exploitation of these vulnerabilities requires understanding of the specific parameter names and their usage within the Symantec IM Manager's report handling architecture. The attack surface is particularly broad due to the multiple report types and parameter combinations that can be manipulated, including DetailReportGroup, SummaryReportGroup, LoggedInUsers, and various administrative report functions. Each parameter set represents a different code path that processes user input into SQL queries, making comprehensive protection challenging. Organizations should note that the vulnerability affects both the rdpageimlogic.aspx and rdPage.aspx pages, indicating that the issue spans multiple components of the web application's request handling. The lack of proper input validation and the direct concatenation of user-supplied data into SQL commands creates a persistent risk that remains exploitable until the affected versions are patched or the application is properly configured with input sanitization measures.
Recommended mitigations for this vulnerability include immediate patching to Symantec IM Manager version 8.4.16 or later, which addresses the SQL injection flaws through proper input validation and parameterization of database queries. Organizations should also implement network segmentation to limit access to the administrative interface, enforce strong authentication mechanisms, and deploy web application firewalls to detect and prevent malicious SQL injection attempts. Additionally, regular security assessments should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components of the system, as the underlying architectural issues that enabled this vulnerability may exist in other parts of the application. The remediation process should include thorough testing to ensure that patching does not introduce compatibility issues with existing configurations or reporting functionality. Security teams should also monitor for exploitation attempts through log analysis and implement proper access controls to minimize the impact of any potential successful attacks.