CVE-2017-17592 in Website Auction Marketplace
Summary
by MITRE
Website Auction Marketplace 2.0.5 has SQL Injection via the search.php cat_id parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/17/2025
The CVE-2017-17592 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw in Website Auction Marketplace version 2.0.5, specifically targeting the search.php script's cat_id parameter. This vulnerability falls under the common weakness enumeration CWE-89 which categorizes sql injection as a severe security weakness that allows attackers to manipulate database queries through malicious input. The vulnerability exists due to inadequate input validation and sanitization mechanisms within the auction marketplace application, creating an exploitable entry point for malicious actors to gain unauthorized access to the underlying database infrastructure.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker submits a maliciously crafted cat_id parameter value to the search.php endpoint. Without proper input filtering or parameterized queries, the application directly incorporates user-supplied input into sql statements, enabling attackers to inject additional sql commands. This allows for arbitrary code execution, data extraction, modification, or deletion of database records. The vulnerability specifically targets the category identification parameter, which suggests that the application uses this identifier to construct database queries for retrieving auction listings or category-specific data. Attackers can leverage this flaw to bypass authentication mechanisms, extract sensitive user information, or manipulate auction listings and bid data.
The operational impact of CVE-2017-17592 extends beyond simple data theft, as it provides attackers with potential access to complete user databases including personal information, login credentials, and transaction histories. This vulnerability can be exploited through various attack vectors including web application scanners, manual testing, or automated exploitation tools, making it particularly dangerous for online auction platforms where user trust and data security are paramount. The attack surface is further expanded by the fact that auction marketplace platforms often contain sensitive commercial data, making them attractive targets for both competitive intelligence gathering and financial fraud operations. Organizations using this vulnerable software may face regulatory compliance violations, reputational damage, and potential legal consequences from data breaches.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2017-17592 must include immediate implementation of parameterized queries or prepared statements to prevent sql injection attacks, alongside comprehensive input validation and sanitization measures. The application should employ proper escape sequence handling for all user-supplied input, particularly parameters used in database operations. Security patches should be applied immediately to upgrade to a non-vulnerable version of Website Auction Marketplace, as this vulnerability represents a known exploit that has been documented in security databases and likely utilized by threat actors. Additionally, network segmentation, web application firewalls, and regular security assessments should be implemented to reduce the attack surface and detect potential exploitation attempts. The remediation process should also include thorough code review to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application components, as sql injection flaws often occur in multiple locations within web applications, following the ATT&CK framework's approach to identifying and addressing persistent security weaknesses in software development practices.