CVE-2016-15007 in Centralized-Salesforce-Dev-Framework
Summary
by MITRE • 01/02/2023
A vulnerability was found in Centralized-Salesforce-Dev-Framework. It has been declared as problematic. Affected by this vulnerability is the function SObjectService of the file src/classes/SObjectService.cls of the component SOQL Handler. The manipulation of the argument orderDirection leads to injection. The name of the patch is db03ac5b8a9d830095991b529c067a030a0ccf7b. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-217195.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/27/2023
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2016-15007 represents a critical security flaw within the Centralized-Salesforce-Dev-Framework, specifically targeting the SObjectService class implementation. This issue resides in the SOQL Handler component where the SObjectService method processes sorting parameters through the orderDirection argument. The flaw manifests as a command injection vulnerability that occurs when the application fails to properly validate or sanitize user-supplied input passed to the orderDirection parameter. This vulnerability classifies under CWE-94, which describes "Improper Control of Generation of Code," specifically manifesting as code injection in a database query context. The vulnerability operates by allowing an attacker to manipulate the orderDirection argument to inject malicious SQL commands that bypass normal input validation mechanisms.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through the manipulation of the orderDirection parameter within the SOQL query construction process. When the SObjectService method processes sorting instructions, it directly incorporates user-supplied orderDirection values into the generated SOQL queries without adequate sanitization or parameterization. This creates an environment where an attacker can inject malicious sorting directives that alter the intended query execution flow. The vulnerability specifically affects the database query handler component where the orderDirection argument is used to construct ORDER BY clauses in SOQL statements, making it a prime target for SQL injection attacks. The patch referenced as db03ac5b8a9d830095991b529c067a030a0ccf7b addresses this by implementing proper input validation and parameter binding techniques.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends significantly within Salesforce environments where the framework is deployed, potentially allowing attackers to execute unauthorized database operations and access sensitive information. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to perform data manipulation, information disclosure, or even privilege escalation within the Salesforce organization. The vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.004, which covers "Application Layer Protocol: DNS," though in this case the attack vector operates through SOQL injection rather than DNS protocols. The affected system components include the Salesforce platform's query execution engine and the custom framework's SOQL handler implementation. Organizations utilizing this framework face potential exposure to unauthorized data access, data corruption, and compromised system integrity. The vulnerability could enable attackers to extract sensitive customer data, modify business records, or gain unauthorized access to administrative functions within the Salesforce environment.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2016-15007 require immediate implementation of the provided patch and comprehensive input validation measures. Organizations should ensure the patch db03ac5b8a9d830095991b529c067a030a0ccf7b is applied to all affected instances of the Centralized-Salesforce-Dev-Framework. Additionally, implementing proper parameter binding techniques for all SOQL query construction operations is essential, ensuring that user-supplied sorting parameters are properly escaped or validated before being incorporated into database queries. Security teams should conduct thorough code reviews of all SOQL handler implementations and establish automated scanning processes to identify similar vulnerabilities in other framework components. The implementation of input validation libraries and regular security testing protocols will help prevent similar injection vulnerabilities from emerging in future development cycles. Organizations should also consider implementing database query auditing and monitoring to detect anomalous query patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts. These measures align with security best practices outlined in the OWASP Top Ten and NIST cybersecurity frameworks, particularly focusing on input validation and secure coding practices.