CVE-2022-30048 in MCMS
Summary
by MITRE • 05/11/2022
Mingsoft MCMS 5.2.7 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability in /mdiy/dict/list URI via orderBy parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/14/2022
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-30048 affects Mingsoft MCMS version 5.2.7 and represents a critical SQL injection flaw that resides within the application's data handling mechanisms. This weakness specifically manifests through the /mdiy/dict/list URI endpoint where the orderBy parameter serves as the attack vector for malicious SQL command injection attempts. The vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization practices within the application's backend processing logic, allowing unauthorized users to manipulate database queries through crafted parameter values.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker submits malicious input through the orderBy parameter of the specified URI endpoint. The application fails to properly escape or validate user-supplied data before incorporating it into SQL query construction, creating an environment where arbitrary SQL commands can be executed with the privileges of the database user account. This flaw directly maps to CWE-89 which categorizes SQL injection vulnerabilities as a fundamental weakness in input validation and database interaction handling. The vulnerability enables attackers to perform unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion operations on the underlying database system.
Operational impact assessment reveals that successful exploitation of CVE-2022-30048 could result in complete database compromise, allowing attackers to extract sensitive information including user credentials, personal data, and business-critical records. The vulnerability also permits potential privilege escalation attacks where attackers might gain administrative access to the database system. From an attack perspective, this vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.005 which covers application layer protocol manipulation, and T1190 which addresses exploit public-facing application vulnerabilities. The attack surface is particularly concerning given that the vulnerable endpoint appears to be part of the application's dictionary management functionality, suggesting potential access to core system metadata and configuration data.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should prioritize immediate implementation of input validation and parameterized query execution throughout the application's data handling processes. Organizations should deploy web application firewalls with SQL injection detection capabilities and implement proper database access controls using the principle of least privilege. The most effective remediation involves upgrading to a patched version of Mingsoft MCMS where the orderBy parameter is properly sanitized and validated. Additionally, comprehensive code review practices should be implemented to identify and address similar vulnerabilities in other application components. Security monitoring should be enhanced to detect anomalous database query patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts, and regular penetration testing should be conducted to verify the effectiveness of implemented controls.