CVE-2017-17900 in ERP
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in fourn/index.php in Dolibarr ERP/CRM version 6.0.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the socid parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/19/2023
The SQL injection vulnerability identified as CVE-2017-17900 affects Dolibarr ERP/CRM version 6.0.4 and represents a critical security flaw that enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands through the socid parameter in the fourn/index.php script. This vulnerability falls under the Common Weakness Enumeration category CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection weaknesses where untrusted data is directly incorporated into SQL command structures without proper sanitization or parameterization. The affected component resides within the procurement module of the Dolibarr platform, making it particularly concerning for organizations that rely on this ERP/CRM system for business-critical operations.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when the socid parameter is improperly handled within the SQL query construction process within fourn/index.php. Attackers can manipulate this parameter to inject malicious SQL code that bypasses authentication mechanisms, extracts sensitive data, modifies database records, or even deletes entire database tables. The vulnerability exists due to insufficient input validation and sanitization practices, where user-supplied data flows directly into database queries without proper escaping or parameter binding. This flaw allows attackers to leverage standard SQL injection techniques to gain unauthorized access to the underlying database system, potentially compromising all data stored within the Dolibarr application.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it provides attackers with the capability to escalate privileges and manipulate business processes within the ERP/CRM environment. Organizations using Dolibarr 6.0.4 may face severe consequences including financial data compromise, customer information exposure, and disruption of business operations. The vulnerability affects the procurement and supplier management functionalities, potentially allowing attackers to modify supplier records, alter purchase orders, or access confidential business data. From an attacker perspective, this vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.004 for application layer protocol manipulation and T1046 for network service scanning, as it enables both initial access and post-exploitation activities within the target environment.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2017-17900 should prioritize immediate patching of the Dolibarr platform to version 6.0.5 or later, which contains the necessary fixes for this SQL injection vulnerability. Organizations should implement proper input validation and parameterized queries throughout their applications to prevent similar issues in the future. Database access controls should be reviewed and restricted to minimize potential damage from successful exploitation attempts. Network segmentation and monitoring solutions should be deployed to detect anomalous database access patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts. Additionally, organizations should conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and remediate similar weaknesses in their IT infrastructure, ensuring compliance with industry standards such as ISO 27001 and NIST cybersecurity frameworks. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of proper input sanitization and parameterized queries in preventing SQL injection attacks, as outlined in OWASP Top 10 and other security best practices.