CVE-2019-13027 in Realization Concerto Critical Chain Planner
Summary
by MITRE
Realization Concerto Critical Chain Planner (aka CCPM) 5.10.8071 has SQL Injection in at least in the taskupdt/taskdetails.aspx webpage via the projectname parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/26/2023
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2019-13027 affects Realization Concerto Critical Chain Planner version 5.10.8071, a project management tool designed for critical chain project management methodologies. This application implements a web-based interface for task management and project tracking, with the specific vulnerability residing within the taskupdt/taskdetails.aspx webpage component. The flaw represents a significant security weakness that could potentially compromise the integrity and confidentiality of project data managed through this platform.
The technical implementation of this SQL injection vulnerability occurs through the projectname parameter within the taskupdt/taskdetails.aspx webpage. When user input is improperly handled and directly concatenated into SQL query strings without adequate sanitization or parameterization, attackers can manipulate the query structure by injecting malicious SQL code through the projectname parameter. This allows unauthorized individuals to execute arbitrary SQL commands against the underlying database, potentially gaining access to sensitive project information, user credentials, or system data. The vulnerability specifically impacts the database interaction layer where user-provided project names are processed without proper input validation or escaping mechanisms.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data exposure, as it provides attackers with potential access to critical project information including task details, resource allocations, timelines, and potentially user authentication data. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to extract confidential project data, modify existing records, or even escalate privileges within the system. The affected version of Critical Chain Planner 5.10.8071 represents a widely used project management solution, making this vulnerability particularly concerning for organizations relying on the platform for critical business operations. The attack surface is further expanded by the fact that the vulnerability exists in a core web interface component that would be regularly accessed by authorized users.
Security mitigations for this vulnerability should focus on implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection attacks. Organizations should immediately apply the vendor-provided patch or upgrade to a version that addresses this vulnerability. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls, input sanitization measures, and regular security code reviews can help prevent similar issues in the future. This vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL injection flaws, and represents a common attack vector that maps to ATT&CK technique T1190 for exploitation of vulnerabilities in web applications. Organizations should conduct comprehensive security assessments of their web applications and implement defense-in-depth strategies to protect against SQL injection attacks across all application components.