CVE-2022-28060 in Victor
Summary
by MITRE • 04/29/2022
SQL Injection vulnerability in Victor CMS v1.0, via the user_name parameter to /includes/login.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/04/2022
The vulnerability CVE-2022-28060 represents a critical SQL injection flaw discovered in Victor CMS version 1.0, specifically affecting the authentication mechanism through the user_name parameter in the /includes/login.php script. This vulnerability exposes the content management system to unauthorized access attempts where malicious actors can manipulate database queries by injecting malicious SQL code through the username field during login operations. The flaw stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization practices within the application's authentication module, creating a pathway for attackers to bypass normal authentication procedures and potentially gain administrative privileges or extract sensitive database information.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker submits a specially crafted user_name parameter containing SQL payload syntax that alters the intended database query execution flow. This type of vulnerability falls under CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection conditions where untrusted data is incorporated into SQL commands without proper sanitization or parameterization. The attack vector is particularly dangerous because it targets the core authentication functionality of the CMS, potentially allowing threat actors to perform unauthorized database queries, extract user credentials, or even execute administrative commands on the underlying database system. The vulnerability demonstrates a classic lack of input sanitization and improper query construction practices that violate fundamental secure coding principles.
The operational impact of CVE-2022-28060 extends beyond simple unauthorized access, as successful exploitation can lead to complete system compromise and data breaches. Attackers leveraging this vulnerability can potentially enumerate user accounts, extract sensitive information such as hashed passwords or personal data, and in some cases escalate privileges to administrative levels. The vulnerability affects organizations using Victor CMS v1.0, particularly those with weak security monitoring and patch management processes, as the exploitation can occur without detection if proper intrusion detection systems are not in place. This flaw also aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190, which covers exploiting vulnerabilities in software applications, and T1078, which addresses valid accounts usage for persistence and privilege escalation.
Organizations should immediately implement mitigations including applying the vendor-provided security patches for Victor CMS v1.0, implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries in the login.php script, and conducting thorough security assessments of all web applications. Network segmentation and intrusion detection systems should be deployed to monitor for suspicious login attempts and SQL injection patterns. The vulnerability highlights the importance of maintaining up-to-date software versions, implementing secure coding practices such as prepared statements, and conducting regular security testing. Additional protective measures include rate limiting for authentication attempts, implementing web application firewalls, and establishing robust monitoring protocols to detect and respond to exploitation attempts. Organizations should also review their overall security posture and ensure that all applications undergo proper security testing before deployment to prevent similar vulnerabilities from being introduced into production environments.