CVE-2010-1721 in Com Iproperty
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in the Intellectual Property (aka IProperty or com_iproperty) component 1.5.3 for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in an agentproperties action to index.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/02/2025
The CVE-2010-1721 vulnerability represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the Intellectual Property component for Joomla! version 1.5.3, specifically affecting the com_iproperty module. This vulnerability resides in the component's handling of user input parameters, creating a pathway for malicious actors to manipulate database queries through improper input validation. The flaw manifests when the application processes the 'id' parameter within the 'agentproperties' action of the index.php file, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL code that executes with the privileges of the web application's database user.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability follows a classic SQL injection attack pattern where the attacker manipulates the 'id' parameter to inject malicious SQL commands into the application's database query execution flow. This occurs due to insufficient input sanitization and parameter validation within the component's code, particularly in the context of the agentproperties action that processes user requests. The vulnerability falls under CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection weaknesses where untrusted data is incorporated into SQL commands without proper escaping or parameterization. Attackers can leverage this flaw to execute unauthorized database operations including data retrieval, modification, or deletion, potentially leading to complete database compromise and unauthorized access to sensitive information stored within the Joomla! application's backend systems.
The operational impact of CVE-2010-1721 extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation can result in full system compromise and persistent access to the affected Joomla! installation. Attackers can use this vulnerability to escalate privileges, extract confidential user data, modify or delete database records, and potentially establish backdoor access points within the compromised environment. The vulnerability's remote exploitability means that attackers do not require local system access or authentication credentials to perform the attack, making it particularly dangerous for publicly accessible web applications. This weakness directly maps to ATT&CK technique T1071.004, which covers application layer protocol manipulation, and T1190, which addresses exploitation of remote services through vulnerable applications.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2010-1721 should prioritize immediate patching of the affected Joomla! component to version 1.5.4 or later, which contains the necessary security fixes to prevent SQL injection attacks. Organizations should implement proper input validation and parameterized queries throughout their web applications, ensuring that all user-supplied data is properly sanitized before being incorporated into database operations. Database access controls should be reviewed and restricted to minimize the impact of potential exploitation, while application firewalls and intrusion detection systems should be configured to monitor for suspicious SQL patterns. Additionally, regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities within the application's codebase, following the principle of least privilege and implementing proper input validation techniques that align with industry standards for secure coding practices.