CVE-2022-30463 in Automotive Shop Management System
Summary
by MITRE • 05/24/2022
Automotive Shop Management System v1.0 is vulnerable to SQL Injection via /asms/classes/Master.php?f=delete_product.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/29/2022
The Automotive Shop Management System version 1.0 contains a critical SQL injection vulnerability that exposes the application to unauthorized data access and potential system compromise. This vulnerability exists within the Master.php file at the endpoint /asms/classes/Master.php?f=delete_product where user input is improperly sanitized before being incorporated into database queries. The flaw allows attackers to manipulate the underlying database structure by injecting malicious SQL commands through the delete_product function parameter, potentially enabling complete database enumeration, data modification, or even full system takeover.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and parameter sanitization within the application's backend processing logic. When a user attempts to delete a product through the specified endpoint, the system accepts the f parameter without proper escaping or validation of special SQL characters. This creates an opportunity for attackers to inject malicious SQL code that executes with the privileges of the database user account, typically resulting in unauthorized access to sensitive customer data, vehicle records, or administrative credentials. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL injection flaws, and represents a classic example of improper input handling in web applications.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft to encompass potential system compromise and business disruption. Attackers could exploit this weakness to extract confidential customer information including personal identification details, vehicle registration numbers, and service history records. Additionally, the vulnerability enables data manipulation attacks where malicious actors could alter or delete critical business records, potentially causing financial losses and operational downtime. The attack surface is particularly concerning given that automotive management systems often contain sensitive personal data subject to privacy regulations such as gdpr and ccpa, making successful exploitation a significant compliance risk for affected organizations.
Mitigation strategies should focus on implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries throughout the application codebase. The immediate fix involves sanitizing all user inputs before database processing and implementing prepared statements or parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection attacks. Organizations should also deploy web application firewalls to monitor and block suspicious SQL injection patterns, conduct regular security code reviews to identify similar vulnerabilities, and implement proper access controls to limit database privileges. From an operational perspective, regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify and remediate similar flaws in the system architecture, while maintaining up-to-date security patches and monitoring for exploitation attempts. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under T1190 - Proxy Process, as attackers may use this weakness to establish persistent access and escalate privileges within the compromised system environment.