CVE-2018-12498 in iCMS
Summary
by MITRE
spider.admincp.php in iCMS v7.0.8 has SQL Injection via the id parameter in an app=spider&do=batch request to admincp.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/27/2023
The vulnerability CVE-2018-12498 represents a critical sql injection flaw in the iCMS content management system version 7.0.8 specifically within the spider.admincp.php component. This vulnerability exists in the administrative control panel where the application fails to properly sanitize user input before incorporating it into sql database queries. The flaw manifests when an attacker sends a malicious request containing the id parameter through the app=spider&do=batch endpoint in the admincp.php script, allowing unauthorized individuals to execute arbitrary sql commands against the underlying database system.
This sql injection vulnerability falls under the CWE-89 category, which specifically addresses sql injection attacks where untrusted data is directly incorporated into sql queries without proper validation or sanitization. The attack vector exploits the lack of input validation in the administrative interface, where the id parameter is processed without adequate security measures to prevent malicious sql code execution. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it targets the administrative control panel, which typically contains sensitive data and administrative privileges that could be exploited to gain full system control.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could allow attackers to manipulate or completely compromise the entire iCMS installation. An attacker could extract sensitive information including user credentials, database schema details, and potentially gain shell access to the server hosting the cms. The vulnerability affects the administrative functionality specifically, meaning that exploitation would require an attacker to have access to the admincp.php interface, typically requiring authentication credentials or social engineering to obtain valid administrative access. The attack could result in complete data loss, system compromise, and unauthorized modification of website content.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should include immediate patching of the iCMS system to the latest version that addresses this specific sql injection flaw. Additionally, implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries in the spider.admincp.php script would prevent similar issues in the future. Network segmentation and access controls should be enforced to limit access to administrative interfaces, while implementing web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems can help identify and block malicious sql injection attempts. Regular security audits and code reviews should be conducted to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities in other components of the system, following industry standards such as the owasp top ten and nist cybersecurity framework guidelines for web application security.