CVE-2013-7189 in AutoHoster
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in iScripts AutoHoster, possibly 2.4, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cmbdomain parameter to (1) checktransferstatus.php, (2) checktransferstatusbck.php, or (3) additionalsettings.php; or (4) invno parameter to payinvoiceothers.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/13/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2013-7189 represents a critical security flaw in iScripts AutoHoster version 2.4 and potentially earlier releases, manifesting as multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities that enable remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands. This vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization within the application's handling of user-supplied data, creating pathways for malicious actors to manipulate database queries through specifically crafted parameters.
The technical exploitation occurs through four distinct entry points within the AutoHoster application's codebase. The primary attack vectors involve the cmbdomain parameter in three different files: checktransferstatus.php, checktransferstatusbck.php, and additionalsettings.php, while the fourth vector utilizes the invno parameter in payinvoiceothers.php. These parameters are processed without adequate sanitization, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL payloads that bypass normal authentication and authorization mechanisms. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection flaws, and represents a classic example of how improper input handling can lead to complete database compromise.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe and multifaceted, as successful exploitation can result in unauthorized access to sensitive customer data, financial information, and system configuration details. Attackers can potentially extract, modify, or delete database records, escalate privileges, and gain persistent access to the underlying system infrastructure. The vulnerability affects the core functionality of the AutoHoster platform, which manages hosting services and customer billing information, making it particularly attractive to threat actors seeking to exploit financial data or establish long-term access to hosting environments.
From a threat modeling perspective, this vulnerability maps to several ATT&CK techniques including T1190 for exploitation of vulnerabilities and T1071.004 for application layer protocol usage. The attack surface is particularly concerning given that the affected parameters are likely used in legitimate administrative functions, making the exploitation less obvious to security monitoring systems. Organizations should implement comprehensive input validation, parameterized queries, and regular security assessments to prevent such vulnerabilities from being exploited in production environments. The remediation strategy should include immediate code review and patching of the identified files, implementation of web application firewalls, and establishment of proper database access controls to limit potential damage from similar vulnerabilities.