CVE-2017-5151 in Web Client
Summary
by MITRE
An issue was discovered in VideoInsight Web Client Version 6.3.5.11 and previous versions. A SQL Injection vulnerability has been identified, which may allow remote code execution.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/14/2020
The vulnerability identified in VideoInsight Web Client Version 6.3.5.11 and earlier versions represents a critical security flaw that exposes organizations to significant operational risks. This SQL injection vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation within the web application's database interaction mechanisms, creating a pathway for malicious actors to manipulate backend database queries through crafted input parameters. The affected system processes user-supplied data without proper sanitization, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL commands that can be executed within the database context.
This vulnerability operates under the Common Weakness Enumeration framework as CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection flaws where untrusted data is incorporated into SQL commands without proper escaping or parameterization. The attack vector enables remote code execution, meaning that an attacker can potentially gain full control over the affected system's database layer and underlying infrastructure. The severity of this flaw is compounded by the fact that it affects a web client application, which typically requires minimal privileges to access and can be exploited through standard network connections without requiring physical access to the system.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data compromise, as successful exploitation can lead to complete system takeover, data exfiltration, and potential lateral movement within network environments. Organizations utilizing VideoInsight Web Client in security monitoring or surveillance contexts face particularly severe consequences since these systems often contain sensitive operational data, access logs, and potentially personally identifiable information. The vulnerability's remote exploitability means that attackers can target these systems from anywhere on the network, making traditional perimeter-based security measures insufficient for protection.
Mitigation strategies should prioritize immediate patching of the affected software to address the SQL injection vulnerability in accordance with vendor security advisories and industry best practices. Organizations must implement comprehensive input validation and parameterized queries throughout their applications to prevent similar vulnerabilities from emerging in the future. Network segmentation and access controls should be strengthened to limit potential exploitation paths, while regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify and remediate other potential attack vectors. The vulnerability also highlights the importance of maintaining current software versions and implementing proper security monitoring to detect anomalous database access patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts.