CVE-2010-1012 in Nf Cleandb
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in the CleanDB (nf_cleandb) extension 1.0.7 and earlier for TYPO3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via unspecified vectors.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/02/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2010-1012 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the CleanDB extension for TYPO3 content management system. This vulnerability affects versions 1.0.7 and earlier, where the extension fails to properly sanitize user input before incorporating it into database queries. The flaw resides in the nf_cleandb extension which is designed to clean up database records but contains insufficient input validation mechanisms that allow malicious actors to manipulate database operations through carefully crafted SQL commands. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL injection conditions where untrusted data is incorporated into SQL commands without proper sanitization or parameterization.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when remote attackers can manipulate the extension's database operations by injecting malicious SQL code through input fields that are not properly validated. Attackers can leverage this weakness to execute arbitrary SQL commands against the database, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive information, modifying database records, or even escalating privileges within the application environment. The unspecified vectors mentioned in the description suggest that multiple entry points within the extension could be exploited, making the vulnerability particularly dangerous as it may not be easily predictable or isolated to a single attack surface. This type of vulnerability falls under the ATT&CK technique T1071.004 which covers application layer protocol manipulation, specifically targeting database communication channels.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it can lead to complete database compromise and potential system takeover. Organizations running affected TYPO3 installations with the vulnerable CleanDB extension face significant risk of unauthorized data access, data corruption, and potential service disruption. The vulnerability particularly affects web applications that rely on TYPO3 for content management, where database integrity is crucial for maintaining application functionality and user trust. Attackers could potentially extract sensitive user information, modify content management records, or establish persistent access points within the application infrastructure. The attack surface is further expanded due to the nature of database extensions which typically have elevated privileges and direct access to critical system data. Security professionals should note that this vulnerability demonstrates the importance of input validation and proper parameterization in database operations, as outlined in OWASP Top 10 A03:2021 - Injection vulnerabilities, which directly correlates to the CWE-89 classification and represents a fundamental security principle that must be implemented across all database interactions.
Organizations affected by this vulnerability should immediately upgrade to a patched version of the CleanDB extension or implement compensating controls such as input validation filters, database query parameterization, and network segmentation to limit the attack surface. The remediation process should include thorough vulnerability scanning of all TYPO3 installations, particularly those utilizing the CleanDB extension, and comprehensive testing to ensure that the upgrade or mitigation measures effectively address the SQL injection vectors. Additionally, implementing database activity monitoring and intrusion detection systems can help identify potential exploitation attempts and provide early warning capabilities for similar vulnerabilities that may exist within the broader application ecosystem.