CVE-2018-9102 in MiVoice Connect
Summary
by MITRE
A vulnerability in the conferencing component of Mitel MiVoice Connect, versions R1707-PREM SP1 (21.84.5535.0) and earlier, and Mitel ST 14.2, versions GA27 (19.49.5200.0) and earlier, could allow an unauthenticated attacker to conduct an SQL injection attack due to insufficient input validation for the signin interface. A successful exploit could allow an attacker to extract sensitive information from the database.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/31/2020
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2018-9102 resides within the conferencing component of Mitel MiVoice Connect and Mitel ST systems, representing a critical security flaw that affects specific software versions. This issue stems from inadequate input validation mechanisms within the signin interface of these telephony platforms, creating an avenue for malicious actors to exploit the system through SQL injection techniques. The affected versions include R1707-PREM SP1 (21.84.5535.0) and earlier releases of MiVoice Connect, alongside Mitel ST 14.2 versions GA27 (19.49.5200.0) and earlier iterations. The vulnerability's classification aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL injection flaws, making it a well-documented and dangerous weakness in database security practices.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an unauthenticated attacker submits malicious input through the signin interface of the conferencing component. The insufficient input validation allows the attacker to inject SQL commands directly into the database query execution process, bypassing normal authentication mechanisms. This flaw enables the attacker to manipulate the database queries and extract sensitive information such as user credentials, system configurations, and potentially confidential business data. The attack vector specifically targets the authentication interface, which makes it particularly dangerous as it can be exploited without requiring any prior authorization or credentials to initiate the malicious process.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it compromises the fundamental security posture of the affected telephony systems. Organizations utilizing these vulnerable versions face significant risks including unauthorized access to communication systems, potential data breaches, and exposure of sensitive corporate information. The unauthenticated nature of the attack means that any external party can potentially exploit this weakness without requiring legitimate credentials, making the attack surface extremely broad. This vulnerability undermines the integrity of the authentication process and could lead to further compromise of the network infrastructure, especially in environments where these systems integrate with other business applications and databases.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2018-9102 should prioritize immediate software updates and patches provided by Mitel to address the specific input validation deficiencies. Organizations must ensure that all affected systems are updated to versions that contain proper input sanitization and validation mechanisms. Network segmentation and access controls should be implemented to limit exposure of the vulnerable conferencing components to untrusted networks. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls and database activity monitoring solutions can help detect and prevent exploitation attempts. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other system components, following ATT&CK framework principles for identifying and mitigating database-related attack patterns. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of proper input validation as outlined in OWASP Top Ten and should be addressed through comprehensive security awareness training for system administrators and developers.