CVE-2014-1671 in Kace K1000 Systems Management Appliance Software
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in Dell KACE K1000 5.4.76847 and possibly earlier allow remote attackers or remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the macAddress element in a (1) getUploadPath or (2) getKBot SOAP request to service/kbot_service.php; the ID parameter to (3) userui/advisory_detail.php or (4) userui/ticket.php; and the (5) ORDER[] parameter to userui/ticket_list.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/20/2024
The CVE-2014-1671 vulnerability represents a critical SQL injection flaw affecting Dell KACE K1000 version 5.4.76847 and potentially earlier releases, demonstrating a fundamental weakness in input validation and query construction within enterprise asset management software. This vulnerability resides in the SOAP service interface and web application components, specifically targeting the service/kbot_service.php endpoint and multiple user interface scripts that process user-supplied parameters without adequate sanitization. The flaw manifests through five distinct attack vectors, each exploiting different entry points where user input directly influences database query construction, creating a comprehensive attack surface that could be leveraged by both remote unauthenticated attackers and authenticated users with limited privileges.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through manipulation of specific parameters within the SOAP service requests and web application interfaces. Attackers can manipulate the macAddress element in getUploadPath and getKBot SOAP requests to inject malicious SQL commands that bypass authentication mechanisms and execute arbitrary database operations. Additionally, the ID parameter in advisory_detail.php and ticket.php scripts, along with the ORDER[] parameter in ticket_list.php, provide alternative attack paths where malformed input can be processed directly into SQL statements. These vulnerabilities are classified under CWE-89 as SQL injection, representing a direct violation of secure coding practices where user-controllable data flows into database queries without proper sanitization or parameterization. The attack vectors demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the application's architecture and database interaction patterns, allowing for complex exploitation scenarios that could escalate privileges and access sensitive data.
The operational impact of CVE-2014-1671 extends beyond simple data theft, creating potential for complete system compromise and unauthorized access to enterprise asset management data. Attackers could exploit these vulnerabilities to retrieve confidential information including user credentials, system configurations, and asset inventory data, while also potentially gaining the ability to modify or delete database records. The vulnerability affects the core functionality of the KACE K1000 system, which serves as a centralized management platform for enterprise IT assets, making the potential damage significant for organizations relying on this platform for system administration and monitoring. The ability for remote authenticated users to exploit these flaws creates a particularly dangerous scenario where compromised accounts could be leveraged to escalate privileges and gain deeper access to the system. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.004 for application layer protocol manipulation and T1005 for data from local system, highlighting the multi-faceted nature of the threat.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2014-1671 should prioritize immediate patching of the affected Dell KACE K1000 versions, with administrators implementing network segmentation to limit access to the vulnerable SOAP service endpoints and web interfaces. Input validation should be strengthened across all affected parameters, with proper parameterized queries replacing dynamic SQL construction wherever possible. Organizations should implement web application firewalls to detect and block malicious SQL injection patterns, while also establishing monitoring procedures to identify anomalous database access patterns that could indicate exploitation attempts. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of secure coding practices and input validation, with specific recommendations for implementing proper database query parameterization and restricting database privileges for application accounts. Security teams should also consider implementing automated vulnerability scanning tools to identify similar issues in other enterprise applications and ensure that all user inputs are properly sanitized before processing, adhering to the principle of least privilege and defense in depth strategies as outlined in NIST SP 800-53 security controls.