CVE-2014-9258 in GLPI
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in ajax/getDropdownValue.php in GLPI before 0.85.1 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the condition parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/08/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2014-9258 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the GLPI (Gestionnaire Libre de Parc Informatique) information management system. This vulnerability specifically affects versions prior to 0.85.1 and resides in the ajax/getDropdownValue.php component of the application. The flaw manifests when authenticated users exploit the condition parameter, which is improperly handled during SQL query construction. This vulnerability falls under the CWE-89 category, which specifically addresses SQL injection attacks where untrusted data is directly incorporated into SQL command strings without proper sanitization or parameterization.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through the manipulation of the condition parameter in the ajax/getDropdownValue.php endpoint. When an authenticated user submits malicious input through this parameter, the application fails to properly escape or sanitize the input before incorporating it into database queries. This allows attackers to inject arbitrary SQL commands that execute with the privileges of the database user associated with the GLPI application. The vulnerability is particularly concerning because it requires only authenticated access, meaning that any user with valid credentials can potentially exploit this flaw to gain unauthorized database access.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it enables attackers to execute arbitrary database commands. This could result in complete database compromise, data exfiltration, privilege escalation within the database, or even the ability to modify or delete critical system information. The affected GLPI environment could see its entire database structure compromised, with potential implications for system availability and integrity. According to ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability maps to T1190 - Exploit Public-Facing Application and T1078 - Valid Accounts, as it leverages authenticated access to exploit a weakness in the application's input handling mechanisms. The vulnerability affects organizations that rely on GLPI for IT asset management, as it could lead to exposure of sensitive information about network infrastructure, software inventory, and user credentials stored within the system.
Organizations should immediately implement mitigations including updating to GLPI version 0.85.1 or later, which contains the necessary patches to address this vulnerability. Additionally, implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries in the affected component would provide defense in depth. Network segmentation and access controls should be reviewed to limit the impact of potential exploitation. Regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning should be conducted to identify similar issues in other components of the IT infrastructure. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of proper input sanitization and parameterized queries in preventing SQL injection attacks, which aligns with industry best practices outlined in OWASP Top Ten and NIST cybersecurity guidelines. Organizations should also consider implementing database activity monitoring and intrusion detection systems to detect potential exploitation attempts of this and similar vulnerabilities.