CVE-2010-2926 in sNews
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in sNews 1.7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the category parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/23/2025
The CVE-2010-2926 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw in sNews 1.7 content management system where the index.php script fails to properly sanitize user input submitted through the category parameter. This vulnerability resides within the web application's input validation mechanisms and allows remote attackers to manipulate database queries by injecting malicious sql code through the category parameter. The flaw exists due to insufficient data sanitization and improper parameter handling, creating an exploitable pathway for unauthorized database access and command execution.
This vulnerability directly maps to CWE-89 which defines improper neutralization of special elements used in sql commands, and aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190 for exploitation of vulnerabilities in web applications. The technical implementation flaw occurs when the application concatenates user-supplied category values directly into sql query strings without proper escaping or parameterization. Attackers can exploit this by crafting malicious category parameter values that alter the intended sql query structure, potentially enabling full database compromise including data extraction, modification, or deletion operations.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft as it provides attackers with persistent access to the underlying database infrastructure. Remote attackers can leverage this weakness to extract sensitive information such as user credentials, personal data, and application configuration details. The vulnerability enables attackers to perform unauthorized database operations including creating new user accounts, modifying existing content, or even executing system-level commands depending on the database permissions. Additionally, successful exploitation can lead to complete application compromise and potential lateral movement within the network infrastructure.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2010-2926 should focus on immediate input validation and parameterized query implementation. Organizations must implement proper input sanitization by escaping special characters and validating category parameter values against predefined acceptable formats. The recommended solution involves adopting prepared statements or parameterized queries to separate sql code from data, which eliminates the risk of sql injection through user input. Security patches should be applied immediately to update sNews 1.7 to versions that address this vulnerability, while network segmentation and web application firewalls can provide additional protective layers. Regular security audits and input validation testing should be implemented to prevent similar vulnerabilities in other applications within the attack surface.