CVE-2010-1704 in Polls Script
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in 2daybiz Polls (aka Advanced Poll) Script allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via (1) the password field to login.php, (2) the login field (aka email parameter) to login.php, (3) the password field (aka pass parameter) to the default URI under admin/, and possibly (4) the login field to the default URI under admin/. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/05/2025
The CVE-2010-1704 vulnerability affects the 2daybiz Polls script, also known as Advanced Poll, exposing multiple SQL injection flaws that enable remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands. This vulnerability resides in the authentication mechanisms of the application, specifically targeting the login.php script and administrative interfaces. The flaw stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization of user-supplied data within critical authentication parameters, creating a pathway for malicious actors to manipulate database queries through crafted input sequences.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability manifests through four distinct attack vectors that exploit SQL injection weaknesses in the script's authentication flow. The primary attack vectors include the password field in login.php, the login field (email parameter) in login.php, the password field (pass parameter) in the administrative default URI, and potentially the login field in the administrative default URI. These vectors represent different entry points where user input directly influences SQL query construction without proper sanitization, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL code that gets executed by the database server.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability creates significant security risks for systems running the affected script. Remote attackers can leverage these SQL injection flaws to bypass authentication mechanisms, gain unauthorized access to administrative interfaces, and potentially escalate privileges within the application. The vulnerability enables attackers to extract sensitive information from the database, modify or delete records, and in severe cases, gain complete control over the application's data and functionality. The administrative interface access particularly amplifies the impact as it provides attackers with full control over poll configurations, user management, and potentially other application features.
The vulnerability aligns with CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection flaws in software applications, and represents a classic example of insufficient input validation in web applications. According to ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability maps to T1190 - Exploit Public-Facing Application and T1078 - Valid Accounts, as attackers can exploit the authentication bypass to gain persistent access to the system. The attack surface is particularly concerning because it affects both user-facing login functionality and administrative interfaces, providing multiple pathways for exploitation.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2010-1704 require immediate implementation of input validation and parameterized queries throughout the application code. The most effective approach involves implementing proper input sanitization techniques, including escaping special characters and using prepared statements with parameterized queries to prevent malicious SQL code execution. Additionally, access controls should be strengthened through proper authentication mechanisms, rate limiting on login attempts, and monitoring for suspicious activities. Regular security audits and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application components, while implementing web application firewalls to detect and block malicious SQL injection attempts. The affected system administrators should also ensure that all application components are updated to the latest secure versions and that proper logging mechanisms are in place to detect exploitation attempts.