CVE-2012-6529 in Marinet CMS
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in Marinet CMS allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter to (1) galleryphoto.php or (2) gallery.php; or the roomid parameter to (3) room.php or (4) room2.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/26/2025
The CVE-2012-6529 vulnerability represents a critical SQL injection flaw affecting Marinet CMS, a content management system widely used for maritime and nautical websites. This vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and improper parameter handling within the application's database interaction mechanisms. The flaw specifically manifests in four distinct endpoints: galleryphoto.php and gallery.php with the id parameter, as well as room.php and room2.php with the roomid parameter. These endpoints collectively represent the core functionality for displaying photographic galleries and room listings within the CMS framework, making them prime targets for exploitation by malicious actors seeking unauthorized database access.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability occurs when user-supplied input fails to undergo proper sanitization or parameterization before being incorporated into SQL query constructions. When an attacker submits malicious input through any of the affected parameters, the application processes this data without adequate validation, allowing the injected SQL commands to execute within the database context. This creates a direct pathway for attackers to manipulate database operations, potentially gaining read access to sensitive information, modifying data, or even executing administrative commands. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-89, which categorizes SQL injection as a fundamental flaw in input validation and database query construction. From an operational perspective, this vulnerability represents a severe risk to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected systems, particularly given that the CMS likely contains sensitive user data, configuration information, and potentially business-critical maritime content.
The exploitation of this vulnerability follows patterns consistent with the ATT&CK framework's privilege escalation and defense evasion techniques, specifically targeting the execution of malicious SQL commands through web application interfaces. Attackers can leverage this flaw to extract database schemas, user credentials, and other sensitive information stored within the Marinet CMS database. The impact extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could enable attackers to modify the website content, potentially redirecting users to malicious sites or injecting malware. The vulnerability's remote nature means that attackers can exploit it without requiring physical access to the system or prior authentication. Organizations affected by this vulnerability should immediately implement input validation measures, parameterized queries, and web application firewalls to mitigate the risk. Additionally, comprehensive database access controls and regular security audits should be conducted to prevent unauthorized database interactions and ensure proper input sanitization practices are maintained across all application components.