CVE-2017-20143 in Movie Portal Script
Summary
by MITRE • 07/22/2022
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, has been found in Itech Movie Portal Script 7.36. This issue affects some unknown processing of the file /film-rating.php. The manipulation of the argument v leads to sql injection (Error). The attack may be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/11/2022
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2017-20143 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the Itech Movie Portal Script version 7.36, specifically impacting the /film-rating.php file. This vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization mechanisms that fail to properly handle user-supplied data before incorporating it into database queries. The flaw manifests when the parameter 'v' is manipulated, allowing attackers to inject malicious sql code that can be executed by the underlying database system. The vulnerability's classification as critical indicates the potential for severe impact including complete database compromise, unauthorized data access, and possible system takeover.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through remote attack vectors, meaning that malicious actors can leverage this flaw without requiring physical access to the target system. The error-based sql injection technique enables attackers to extract sensitive information from the database through carefully crafted input that triggers database error messages. This approach allows threat actors to enumerate database structures, extract user credentials, and potentially gain deeper access to the underlying system infrastructure. The public disclosure of the exploit further amplifies the risk as it provides readily available attack methods to any interested party.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, encompassing potential system compromise and service disruption. Successful exploitation could result in unauthorized modification or deletion of critical movie portal data, user account compromise, and potential lateral movement within the network if the database server has access to other systems. The vulnerability affects the core functionality of the movie portal script, potentially rendering the entire platform unusable or compromising its integrity. Organizations relying on this software for entertainment or business purposes face significant risks including data breaches, regulatory compliance violations, and reputational damage.
Mitigation strategies should prioritize immediate patching of the affected software version to address the sql injection vulnerability. System administrators must implement proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent similar issues in the future, aligning with established security practices outlined in the owasp top ten and cwe-89 sql injection categories. Network segmentation and database access controls should be enforced to limit potential damage from successful exploitation attempts. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities across the entire application stack, while maintaining up-to-date security monitoring systems to detect potential exploitation attempts. The vulnerability also highlights the importance of keeping software components updated and following secure coding practices to prevent injection flaws that align with the mitre att&ck framework's command and control techniques.