CVE-2014-125049 in Blogile
Summary
by MITRE • 01/06/2023
** UNSUPPPORTED WHEN ASSIGNED **** UNSUPPORTED WHEN ASSIGNED ** A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in typcn Blogile. Affected is the function getNav of the file server.js. The manipulation of the argument query leads to sql injection. The name of the patch is cfec31043b562ffefe29fe01af6d3c5ed1bf8f7d. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-217560. NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/06/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2014-125049 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the typcn Blogile application, specifically targeting the getNav function in the server.js file. This vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation where the query argument is not properly sanitized before being incorporated into sql queries. The flaw falls under the common weakness enumeration CWE-89 which categorizes sql injection vulnerabilities as a critical threat to database security. The vulnerability's classification as critical indicates the potential for severe impact including unauthorized data access, data corruption, or complete system compromise when exploited by malicious actors.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability occurs through the improper handling of user-supplied input within the server.js file, specifically within the getNav function. When an attacker manipulates the query parameter, the application fails to properly escape or parameterize the input before executing sql commands against the database backend. This allows for arbitrary sql command execution, potentially enabling attackers to extract sensitive information, modify database contents, or even gain elevated privileges within the affected system. The vulnerability's exploitation requires minimal effort and can be automated, making it particularly dangerous in environments where the application is exposed to untrusted input sources.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as sql injection attacks can lead to complete system compromise and data destruction. Organizations utilizing unsupported software versions face heightened risk since the maintainers have ceased providing security updates or patches. The patch identifier cfec31043b562ffefe29fe01af6d3c5ed1bf8f7d represents the specific code modification required to address the vulnerability, but its availability is limited to supported versions of the software. The vulnerability's designation as unsupported when assigned indicates that the software vendor has moved beyond providing security maintenance, leaving affected systems exposed to exploitation.
Security practitioners should recognize this vulnerability as part of the broader attack surface that includes command injection and privilege escalation techniques documented in the attack pattern taxonomy. The lack of ongoing vendor support for this software creates a persistent risk that cannot be resolved through standard patch management procedures. Organizations should immediately implement compensating controls including network segmentation, input validation at multiple layers, and monitoring for suspicious sql query patterns. The vulnerability's classification as unsupported when assigned aligns with industry standards that emphasize the importance of maintaining supported software versions to ensure continued security protection against known threats. Given the critical nature of sql injection vulnerabilities, this flaw represents a significant risk that requires immediate remediation through either patch application or complete software replacement.