CVE-2010-1134 in TikiWiki
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in the _find function in searchlib.php in TikiWiki CMS/Groupware 3.x before 3.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the $searchDate variable.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/03/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2010-1134 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the TikiWiki CMS/Groupware platform, specifically affecting versions 3.x prior to 3.5. This vulnerability resides in the _find function located within the searchlib.php file, which serves as a core component for search operations within the content management system. The flaw manifests when the application fails to properly sanitize user input passed through the $searchDate variable, creating an avenue for malicious actors to inject arbitrary SQL commands into the underlying database query execution process.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from improper input validation and sanitization practices within the TikiWiki codebase. When users submit search queries containing date parameters, the application directly incorporates the $searchDate variable into SQL construction without adequate parameterization or input filtering mechanisms. This allows attackers to manipulate the SQL query structure by injecting malicious SQL syntax through the searchDate parameter, potentially enabling unauthorized database access, data exfiltration, or even complete database compromise. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection weaknesses where untrusted data is incorporated into SQL commands without proper sanitization.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it provides attackers with the capability to execute arbitrary database commands with the privileges of the database user account used by TikiWiki. This could result in complete system compromise, data corruption, unauthorized access to user accounts, and potential lateral movement within network environments where TikiWiki is deployed. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to extract sensitive information including user credentials, personal data, and system configuration details that could be used for further exploitation.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2010-1134 should prioritize immediate patching of affected TikiWiki installations to version 3.5 or later, which includes proper input validation and parameterization fixes. Organizations should implement comprehensive input sanitization measures, including the adoption of prepared statements and parameterized queries to prevent similar vulnerabilities in other applications. Network segmentation and database access controls should be enforced to limit the potential impact of successful exploitation attempts. Additionally, regular security audits and code reviews should be conducted to identify and remediate similar input validation weaknesses in custom applications, aligning with ATT&CK technique T1190 for exploiting vulnerabilities in web applications and T1071.3 for application layer protocols. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of proper input validation and the principle of least privilege in database access control, as outlined in security frameworks such as NIST SP 800-53 and ISO/IEC 27001.