CVE-2017-11470 in Uptime Monitor
Summary
by MITRE
IDERA Uptime Monitor 7.8 has SQL injection in /gadgets/definitions/uptime.CapacityWhatifGadget/getxenmetrics.php via the element parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/30/2019
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2017-11470 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within IDERA Uptime Monitor version 7.8, specifically affecting the web interface component located at /gadgets/definitions/uptime.CapacityWhatifGadget/getxenmetrics.php. This vulnerability arises from insufficient input validation and sanitization of the element parameter, which is directly incorporated into SQL query construction without proper escaping or parameterization. The flaw exists in the application's handling of user-supplied data within database operations, creating an avenue for malicious actors to manipulate database queries through crafted input.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker submits malicious input through the element parameter, which is then processed by the application without adequate sanitization measures. This allows for arbitrary SQL command injection, potentially enabling attackers to extract sensitive data from the underlying database, modify database contents, or even execute administrative operations. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-89 as SQL injection, which is a well-documented weakness in application security that occurs when user input is improperly filtered or escaped before being used in database queries. The attack vector specifically targets the web-based dashboard functionality of the monitoring system, where the element parameter is used to retrieve performance metrics from Xen virtualization environments.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it can compromise the integrity and availability of the entire monitoring infrastructure. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability could gain access to sensitive system information, including credentials, configuration details, and performance data from monitored systems. This poses significant risks to organizations relying on IDERA Uptime Monitor for critical infrastructure monitoring, as the compromised system could provide unauthorized access to network topology information, system configurations, and performance metrics that are typically restricted. The vulnerability affects the application's capacity to provide reliable monitoring services, potentially leading to denial of service conditions or data corruption that could impact business operations.
Organizations should immediately implement multiple layers of defense to mitigate this vulnerability, beginning with applying the vendor-provided patches or updates that address the SQL injection flaw in the affected component. Network segmentation and access controls should be reinforced to limit exposure of the affected web interface to untrusted users, while implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries in all database interactions. The mitigation strategy should align with ATT&CK framework tactics related to defense evasion and credential access, as attackers may attempt to use this vulnerability to escalate privileges or extract credentials from the compromised system. Additionally, organizations should conduct thorough security assessments of their monitoring infrastructure to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components and establish proper monitoring for suspicious database access patterns that could indicate exploitation attempts.