CVE-2022-31991 in Badminton Center Management System
Summary
by MITRE • 06/02/2022
Badminton Center Management System v1.0 is vulnerable to SQL Injection via bcms/classes/Master.php?f=delete_court.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/05/2022
The Badminton Center Management System version 1.0 contains a critical sql injection vulnerability that directly impacts the system's database security posture. This vulnerability exists within the Master.php script at the endpoint f=delete_court, where user input is improperly sanitized before being incorporated into database queries. The flaw allows an attacker to manipulate the sql execution flow by injecting malicious sql commands through the delete_court parameter, potentially enabling unauthorized access to sensitive data, data modification, or complete database compromise.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and parameter sanitization practices within the application's backend processing. When the system receives a request to delete a court record, the f=delete_court parameter is directly used in sql query construction without proper escaping or parameterization. This primitive approach to database interaction creates an exploitation surface where malicious actors can inject sql payloads that bypass authentication mechanisms and execute arbitrary commands on the underlying database server. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 sql injection, which represents one of the most prevalent and dangerous web application security flaws in the industry. This weakness enables attackers to perform unauthorized operations such as data extraction, modification, or deletion, while also providing potential pathways for privilege escalation and lateral movement within the affected environment.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data compromise, as it can lead to complete system infiltration and unauthorized administrative access. An attacker exploiting this flaw could potentially access sensitive user information, booking records, payment data, and personal identification details stored within the management system. The vulnerability's exploitation requires minimal technical skill and can be automated, making it particularly dangerous for organizations that rely on this system for operational management. Additionally, the compromised system may serve as a foothold for further attacks against connected networks, as the attacker could use the compromised credentials to access other systems or escalate privileges to gain broader network access. This vulnerability directly maps to several ATT&CK techniques including T1190 for exploitation of vulnerable applications and T1078 for valid accounts usage, potentially enabling persistent access and advanced persistent threat campaigns.
Organizations utilizing this management system should implement immediate mitigations to address the sql injection vulnerability. The primary recommendation involves implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries throughout the application's codebase, specifically within the Master.php file and related database interaction points. All user-supplied input should be properly escaped or sanitized before database processing, and the application should utilize prepared statements or parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls and input filtering mechanisms can provide additional layers of protection against exploitation attempts. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities throughout the system. The system should also be updated with the latest security patches and version releases from the vendor to ensure comprehensive protection against known vulnerabilities. Network segmentation and access controls should be implemented to limit potential damage from successful exploitation attempts, while monitoring and logging mechanisms should be enhanced to detect unauthorized access attempts or suspicious database activity that may indicate exploitation of this vulnerability.