CVE-2011-5230 in seotoaster
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in the selectUserIdByLoginPass function in seotoaster_core/application/models/LoginModel.php in Seotoaster 1.9 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) login parameter to sys/login/index or (2) memberLoginName parameter to sys/login/member.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/13/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2011-5230 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the Seotoaster content management system version 1.9 and earlier. This vulnerability resides in the selectUserIdByLoginPass function located within the seotoaster_core/application/models/LoginModel.php file, making it a fundamental component of the application's authentication mechanism. The flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate database queries through specifically crafted inputs, potentially leading to complete system compromise and unauthorized data access.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization within the login authentication process. Attackers can exploit this weakness by manipulating two distinct parameters: the login parameter when accessing the sys/login/index endpoint and the memberLoginName parameter when utilizing the sys/login/member endpoint. These parameters are directly incorporated into SQL queries without proper escaping or parameterization, creating an environment where malicious SQL code can be injected and executed within the database context. The vulnerability falls under CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection weaknesses in software applications.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends far beyond simple data theft, as it provides attackers with the capability to execute arbitrary SQL commands on the underlying database server. This level of access enables unauthorized users to perform data manipulation, including reading sensitive information, modifying user accounts, deleting database entries, and potentially escalating privileges to gain administrative control over the entire system. The remote nature of the attack means that exploitation can occur from any location without requiring physical access to the server infrastructure, making it particularly dangerous for web applications.
From a threat modeling perspective, this vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190, which describes the use of SQL injection to gain access to databases and extract sensitive information. The attack vector leverages the application's authentication system, making it particularly effective as attackers can target user credentials and system information simultaneously. Organizations running affected versions of Seotoaster face significant risk exposure, as the vulnerability can be exploited without requiring advanced technical knowledge or specialized tools. The impact is compounded by the fact that this vulnerability affects core authentication mechanisms, potentially allowing attackers to bypass normal access controls and gain persistent access to the system.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate patching of the affected Seotoaster installations to version 2.0 or later, where the SQL injection flaws have been addressed through proper input validation and parameterized query implementations. Organizations should implement proper input sanitization measures, including the use of prepared statements and parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection attacks. Network-level protections such as web application firewalls can provide additional defense in depth, though these should not be considered a substitute for proper code-level fixes. Regular security auditing and vulnerability scanning should be implemented to identify similar weaknesses in other application components, and access controls should be reviewed to ensure that database accounts have minimal required privileges to reduce potential damage from successful exploitation attempts.