CVE-2010-1368 in GameScript
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in GameScript (GS) 3.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in a category action.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/30/2025
The vulnerability described in CVE-2010-1368 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the GameScript 3.0 content management system that specifically affects the index.php file. This vulnerability resides in the category action handling mechanism where user-supplied input is not properly sanitized before being incorporated into SQL queries. The flaw manifests when attackers manipulate the id parameter to inject malicious SQL code that bypasses normal input validation controls, enabling unauthorized database access and manipulation.
This security weakness falls under the Common Weakness Enumeration category CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL injection vulnerabilities where untrusted data is directly incorporated into SQL command strings without proper sanitization or parameterization. The vulnerability operates at the application layer where user input flows directly into database queries, creating an attack surface that aligns with the ATT&CK framework's technique T1071.004 for application layer protocol manipulation. The flaw demonstrates a classic lack of input validation and output encoding practices that are fundamental to preventing injection attacks.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft to encompass full database compromise capabilities. Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands including SELECT statements to extract sensitive information, INSERT operations to modify database content, UPDATE commands to alter existing records, and DELETE operations to remove data entirely. This vulnerability enables attackers to potentially escalate privileges, access administrative accounts, modify game content, and even gain persistence within the affected system. The implications are particularly severe for gaming platforms where user data, game statistics, and potentially financial information may be stored in the compromised database.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2010-1368 require immediate implementation of proper input validation and parameterized query construction. Organizations should implement prepared statements or parameterized queries to ensure that user input is treated as data rather than executable code. Input sanitization measures including character filtering, length validation, and whitelist validation should be enforced at multiple layers of the application stack. Additionally, implementing proper access controls and database user privilege management can limit the damage from successful exploitation. The recommended approach aligns with industry best practices outlined in OWASP Top Ten and NIST cybersecurity guidelines, emphasizing defense in depth strategies that combine multiple security controls to prevent injection attacks. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application components and ensure comprehensive protection against similar threats.