CVE-2019-25100 in twmap
Summary
by MITRE • 01/09/2023
A vulnerability was found in happyman twmap. It has been declared as critical. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the file twmap3/data/ajaxCRUD/pointdata2.php. The manipulation of the argument id leads to sql injection. Upgrading to version v2.9_v4.31 is able to address this issue. The name of the patch is babbec79b3fa4efb3bd581ea68af0528d11bba0c. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. The identifier VDB-217645 was assigned to this vulnerability.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/30/2023
This critical vulnerability exists in the happyman twmap application, specifically within the twmap3/data/ajaxCRUD/pointdata2.php file where improper input validation allows for sql injection attacks. The flaw occurs when the id parameter is manipulated, creating a direct pathway for malicious actors to execute unauthorized database commands. This vulnerability represents a classic sql injection weakness that can be exploited to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data, modify database contents, or potentially escalate privileges within the affected system. The vulnerability has been classified with a critical severity rating due to its potential for significant data compromise and system infiltration.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate sanitization of user input parameters within the pointdata2.php script. When the application processes the id argument without proper validation or escaping mechanisms, it directly incorporates user-supplied data into sql query constructions. This pattern aligns with CWE-89, which specifically addresses sql injection vulnerabilities where untrusted data is concatenated into sql commands without proper encoding or parameterization. The vulnerability operates at the application layer, making it particularly dangerous as it can be exploited through standard web interface interactions without requiring specialized tools or deep system knowledge.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could result in complete database compromise, unauthorized system access, and potential lateral movement within network environments. Attackers could leverage this weakness to extract sensitive information, modify or delete critical data, or establish persistent access points within the affected infrastructure. The vulnerability affects the core data handling functionality of the twmap application, potentially compromising all map-related data and user information stored in the backend database systems. Organizations relying on this application face significant risk of data breaches and regulatory compliance violations.
Mitigation strategies should prioritize immediate upgrading to version v2.9_v4.31 which includes the patch babbec79b3fa4efb3bd581ea68af0528d11bba0c. This update addresses the root cause by implementing proper input validation and sql query parameterization techniques. Additional protective measures include implementing web application firewalls, conducting thorough input sanitization, and establishing proper database access controls. Security teams should also perform comprehensive vulnerability assessments to identify any potential exploitation attempts and monitor network traffic for suspicious activities. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under T1190 - Proxy Process, as exploitation may involve manipulating legitimate application interfaces to achieve unauthorized database access, making it essential for organizations to implement proper network monitoring and access controls to detect such activities.