CVE-2022-23314 in MCMS
Summary
by MITRE • 01/21/2022
MCMS v5.2.4 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via /ms/mdiy/model/importJson.do.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/26/2022
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-23314 affects MCMS version 5.2.4 and represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the application's model import functionality. This vulnerability exists in the specific endpoint /ms/mdiy/model/importJson.do which processes JSON data for model import operations. The flaw allows authenticated attackers with access to the administrative interface to execute arbitrary SQL commands against the underlying database system. The vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization of user-supplied JSON parameters that are directly incorporated into SQL query construction without proper parameterization or escaping mechanisms.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability follows the patterns outlined in CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL injection flaws where untrusted data is incorporated into SQL queries without adequate protection. Attackers can manipulate the importJson.do endpoint by crafting malicious JSON payloads that contain SQL injection sequences, potentially leading to complete database compromise. The vulnerability is particularly concerning because it operates within the administrative model import functionality, suggesting that successful exploitation could provide attackers with elevated privileges and access to sensitive data within the MCMS system. This type of vulnerability falls under the ATT&CK technique T1071.004 which describes application layer protocol manipulation and T1566 which covers credential harvesting through social engineering or direct exploitation of application vulnerabilities.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft to encompass complete system compromise and potential lateral movement within network environments. Successful exploitation could result in unauthorized data modification, complete database enumeration, and potential privilege escalation to system-level access. Organizations using MCMS v5.2.4 are particularly at risk as this vulnerability affects the core administrative functionality that manages model definitions and data structures. The vulnerability's presence in the importJson.do endpoint indicates that it could be exploited through automated tools or manual crafting of malicious payloads, making it a high-value target for both automated scanners and targeted attacks.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2022-23314 should prioritize immediate patching of the MCMS application to version 5.2.5 or later where the SQL injection vulnerability has been addressed. Organizations should implement proper input validation and parameterization of all database queries, ensuring that user-supplied JSON data undergoes strict sanitization before being processed. Network segmentation and access controls should be enforced to limit administrative access to the affected endpoints, reducing the attack surface. Additionally, monitoring for unusual patterns in model import activities and implementing web application firewalls can provide additional layers of protection. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of secure coding practices and proper input validation as outlined in OWASP Top Ten 2021 category A03: Injection, which specifically addresses the risks of insufficient input validation and sanitization leading to various injection attacks including SQL injection.