CVE-2016-5653 in FusionCapital Opics Plus
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in Misys FusionCapital Opics Plus allow remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) ID or (2) Branch parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/01/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2016-5653 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the Misys FusionCapital Opics Plus financial application system. This vulnerability affects the application's handling of user input parameters during database interactions, specifically targeting the ID and Branch parameters that are processed through the application's backend database connections. The flaw exists in the application's input validation mechanisms, which fail to properly sanitize or escape user-supplied data before incorporating it into SQL query structures. This weakness allows authenticated attackers who possess valid credentials to manipulate the application's database queries by injecting malicious SQL code through the vulnerable parameters.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an authenticated user submits specially crafted input through the ID or Branch parameters, which are then directly incorporated into SQL statements without proper sanitization. The vulnerability is classified as a classic SQL injection attack vector where the application's database layer processes user input as executable code rather than data. This allows attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms, extract sensitive data, modify database contents, or potentially gain elevated privileges within the application's database environment. The attack requires only authenticated access to the system, making it particularly dangerous as it leverages legitimate user credentials to perform unauthorized database operations.
The operational impact of CVE-2016-5653 extends beyond simple data theft to encompass comprehensive database compromise within the Misys FusionCapital Opics Plus environment. Organizations using this financial application face significant risks including unauthorized access to customer financial records, transaction data, and potentially sensitive business information. The vulnerability's remote nature means attackers can exploit it from external networks, while the authenticated requirement reduces the attack surface complexity but does not eliminate the risk. The affected application likely processes sensitive financial data including account information, transaction histories, and potentially personal identifiable information, making the compromise of database integrity a severe concern for financial institutions.
Security professionals should recognize this vulnerability as aligning with CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL injection flaws in software applications. The attack pattern corresponds to the ATT&CK technique T1071.004 for application layer protocol manipulation, where adversaries exploit application vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access to backend systems. Organizations should implement comprehensive input validation and parameterized queries as immediate mitigation strategies, while also considering network segmentation and privileged account monitoring. The vulnerability highlights the importance of secure coding practices and regular security assessments for financial applications that handle sensitive data. Additionally, the use of web application firewalls and database activity monitoring systems can provide additional layers of protection against exploitation attempts. Organizations should also conduct thorough penetration testing to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application components and ensure proper patch management processes are in place for future security updates.
This vulnerability serves as a critical reminder of the persistent threat landscape facing financial applications and the necessity of robust input validation mechanisms. The combination of authenticated access requirements with remote exploitation capabilities makes this vulnerability particularly concerning for organizations that rely on Misys FusionCapital Opics Plus for their financial operations. Proper security controls and regular vulnerability assessments remain essential for protecting against such sophisticated attack vectors that can compromise the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive financial data.