CVE-2022-31976 in Online Fire Reporting System
Summary
by MITRE • 06/02/2022
Online Fire Reporting System v1.0 is vulnerable to SQL Injection via /ofrs/classes/Master.php?f=delete_request.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/05/2022
The Online Fire Reporting System v1.0 presents a critical security vulnerability through its SQL injection flaw in the Master.php file at the delete_request endpoint. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands by manipulating input parameters passed through the f=delete_request parameter, potentially compromising the entire database infrastructure underlying the fire reporting system. The flaw exists due to insufficient input validation and improper parameter handling within the application's backend processing logic, creating an exploitable path for malicious actors to gain unauthorized access to sensitive fire incident data, user credentials, and system configuration information.
This vulnerability maps directly to CWE-89 which defines SQL injection as the improper handling of database query input, where user-supplied data is directly incorporated into SQL statements without adequate sanitization or parameterization. The attack vector specifically targets the delete_request function which likely processes deletion commands for fire incident reports, making it a prime target for data manipulation and potential system compromise. The vulnerability represents a significant risk to emergency response systems where data integrity and availability are paramount for public safety operations and incident management processes.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could enable attackers to delete critical fire incident records, manipulate reporting data, or even escalate privileges to gain administrative access to the system. This poses serious risks to emergency response coordination, as compromised fire incident data could lead to misinformed decision making during actual emergency situations. The vulnerability also exposes potential pathways for data exfiltration of sensitive information including personal details of individuals involved in fire incidents, emergency response personnel credentials, and operational details that could be exploited for further attacks against emergency services infrastructure.
Mitigation strategies should focus on implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries throughout the application's codebase, specifically addressing the delete_request function in Master.php. The system should employ prepared statements and stored procedures to prevent direct SQL command execution from user input, while also implementing comprehensive input sanitization and output encoding mechanisms. Additionally, the application should enforce proper access controls and authentication mechanisms to limit the scope of potential exploitation, as well as implement comprehensive logging and monitoring to detect suspicious activities targeting the vulnerable endpoint. Security patches should be applied immediately to address the identified SQL injection vulnerability and the system should undergo comprehensive security testing including penetration testing and code review processes to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities throughout the application. The remediation approach should align with NIST cybersecurity framework principles and follow secure coding practices recommended by OWASP to prevent similar vulnerabilities in future development cycles.