CVE-2022-30818 in Wedding Management System
Summary
by MITRE • 06/02/2022
Wedding Management System v1.0 is vulnerable to SQL injection via /Wedding-Management/admin/blog_events_edit.php?id=31.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/04/2022
The Wedding Management System version 1.0 contains a critical sql injection vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary sql commands through the blog_events_edit.php script. This vulnerability specifically affects the parameter id=31 in the url path, where user input is not properly sanitized or validated before being incorporated into sql queries. The flaw represents a classic sql injection attack vector that can be exploited to bypass authentication, extract sensitive data, modify database contents, or even escalate privileges within the application's database layer.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from improper input validation and sanitization practices within the application's backend code. When the application processes the id parameter without adequate escaping or parameterization, it becomes susceptible to malicious sql payloads that can manipulate the intended query execution. This weakness aligns with cwe-89 which defines improper neutralization of special elements used in sql commands. The vulnerability can be exploited using standard sql injection techniques where attackers append malicious sql syntax to the id parameter, potentially gaining unauthorized access to the underlying database infrastructure.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it can enable complete database compromise and unauthorized system access. An attacker could extract all wedding-related information including customer details, event schedules, payment records, and potentially sensitive personal information. The vulnerability also opens pathways for data manipulation, allowing attackers to modify event details, delete records, or insert malicious content into the system. This represents a significant risk for a wedding management system that handles confidential personal data and could result in privacy violations, financial losses, and reputational damage for both the system administrators and their clients.
Mitigation strategies should focus on implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries throughout the application codebase. The recommended approach involves using prepared statements with parameterized queries to ensure that user input cannot alter the intended sql command structure. Additionally, implementing proper output encoding and input sanitization routines will prevent malicious payloads from being executed. Security measures should include regular code reviews to identify similar vulnerabilities, implementation of web application firewalls, and enforcement of least privilege database access controls. Organizations should also consider implementing database activity monitoring and intrusion detection systems to identify potential exploitation attempts. According to the mitre attack framework, this vulnerability could be leveraged as part of initial access and execution phases, making early detection and remediation critical to prevent further compromise of the system infrastructure.