CVE-2012-2063 in Slidebox
Summary
by MITRE
The Slidebox module before 7.x-1.4 for Drupal does not properly check permissions, which allows remote attackers to obtains sensitive information via unspecified vectors.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/12/2021
The CVE-2012-2063 vulnerability affects the Slidebox module version 7.x-1.4 and earlier in the Drupal content management system, representing a critical permission bypass flaw that exposes sensitive data to unauthorized remote attackers. This vulnerability resides within the module's access control mechanisms, where insufficient validation of user permissions creates a pathway for malicious actors to bypass intended security restrictions. The flaw specifically manifests in the module's failure to properly verify user authorization levels when processing requests, allowing attackers to access content and information that should be restricted to authorized users only.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and permission checking within the Slidebox module's request handling code. When users interact with the module's functionality, the system should verify that the requesting user possesses the appropriate administrative or content management privileges before granting access to sensitive data. However, the flawed implementation allows unauthorized users to manipulate request parameters or exploit specific module endpoints to obtain information that would normally be protected by access controls. This permission bypass occurs regardless of the user's actual role or authorization status within the Drupal system, creating a fundamental weakness in the module's security architecture.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple information disclosure, as it provides attackers with potential access to administrative interfaces, configuration data, and sensitive content that could be leveraged for further exploitation. Remote attackers can utilize unspecified vectors to probe the module's functionality and identify which specific data elements are accessible without proper authentication. This vulnerability affects organizations running vulnerable Drupal installations where the Slidebox module is deployed, potentially exposing confidential information including user data, configuration settings, and content management details that could be used for credential harvesting, system compromise, or business intelligence gathering.
Organizations should implement immediate mitigation strategies including upgrading to Slidebox module version 7.x-1.4 or later, which contains the necessary permission checking fixes. System administrators should also review and tighten access controls for all Drupal modules, particularly those handling sensitive data or administrative functions. Network segmentation and firewall rules can help limit exposure by restricting access to Drupal administrative interfaces. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-284, which addresses improper access control issues, and represents a clear violation of the principle of least privilege that should be maintained throughout all Drupal modules. Additionally, this weakness maps to ATT&CK technique T1068, which covers 'Exploitation for Privilege Escalation,' as attackers can leverage the permission bypass to gain elevated access to system resources. Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments should be conducted to identify similar permission flaws in other Drupal modules and ensure comprehensive protection against similar threats.