CVE-2018-25075 in OBridge
Summary
by MITRE • 01/15/2023
A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in karsany OBridge up to 1.3. Affected is the function getAllStandaloneProcedureAndFunction of the file obridge-main/src/main/java/org/obridge/dao/ProcedureDao.java. The manipulation leads to sql injection. Upgrading to version 1.4 is able to address this issue. The name of the patch is 52eca4ad05f3c292aed3178b2f58977686ffa376. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-218376.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/07/2023
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2018-25075 represents a critical sql injection flaw in the karsany OBridge software version 1.3 and earlier. This vulnerability resides within the getAllStandaloneProcedureAndFunction method located in the ProcedureDao.java file at obridge-main/src/main/java/org/obridge/dao/ProcedureDao.java. The flaw allows malicious actors to manipulate database queries through improper input validation, potentially enabling unauthorized access to sensitive data and system compromise. The vulnerability has been assigned the identifier VDB-218376 and represents a significant security risk that requires immediate attention.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate parameter sanitization within the database access layer. When the getAllStandaloneProcedureAndFunction method processes user inputs, it fails to properly escape or parameterize database query components, creating an environment where attacker-controlled data can be injected into sql statements. This flaw directly maps to CWE-89 which defines sql injection as the insertion of malicious sql code into input fields for execution by the database. The vulnerability operates at the application level where user inputs are directly incorporated into sql queries without proper validation or sanitization mechanisms.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could enable attackers to execute arbitrary database commands, extract sensitive information, modify or delete data, and potentially escalate privileges within the database environment. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to the underlying database systems that OBridge interacts with, potentially compromising entire database schemas and exposing confidential organizational data. The critical classification indicates that this vulnerability can be exploited remotely without authentication, making it particularly dangerous for production environments.
Organizations affected by this vulnerability should immediately implement the recommended remediation measures, which include upgrading to version 1.4 of the karsany OBridge software. The specific patch identified by the commit hash 52eca4ad05f3c292aed3178b2f58977686ffa376 addresses the sql injection vulnerability by implementing proper input validation and parameterized query construction. Additionally, security teams should conduct thorough vulnerability assessments of their database environments, implement database activity monitoring, and consider network segmentation to limit potential impact. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.004 which covers application layer protocol manipulation and represents a common vector for database compromise in enterprise environments.
The remediation process should involve comprehensive testing of the upgraded version to ensure compatibility with existing database configurations and application workflows. Security administrators should also review and implement additional protective measures such as database firewalls, query auditing, and regular security assessments to prevent similar vulnerabilities from emerging in other components of the system architecture. Organizations should consider implementing automated patch management solutions to ensure timely deployment of security updates across all affected systems and applications.