CVE-2022-32401 in Prison Management System
Summary
by MITRE • 06/24/2022
Prison Management System v1.0 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the 'id' parameter at /pms/admin/inmates/manage_privilege.php:4
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/14/2022
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-32401 affects the Prison Management System version 1.0, specifically targeting the administrative component responsible for inmate privilege management. This system represents a critical infrastructure application used in correctional facilities for managing prisoner records, access controls, and operational workflows. The security flaw manifests through improper input validation within the web application's backend processing logic, creating an avenue for malicious actors to manipulate database queries through crafted input parameters.
The technical exploitation occurs through the 'id' parameter in the URL path /pms/admin/inmates/manage_privilege.php:4 where the application fails to properly sanitize or escape user-supplied input before incorporating it into SQL query constructions. This vulnerability maps directly to CWE-89, which categorizes SQL injection flaws as weaknesses in software that allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands against the database. The flaw exists because the application employs dynamic query building without adequate parameterization or input filtering mechanisms, enabling attackers to inject malicious SQL syntax that bypasses authentication and authorization controls.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it provides attackers with unauthorized access to sensitive prisoner information, including personal details, security classifications, and privilege levels. An attacker could potentially escalate privileges within the system, modify inmate records, or even gain administrative access to the entire prison management platform. The implications are particularly severe given that this system manages critical security infrastructure where unauthorized access could compromise facility operations, endanger personnel safety, and violate privacy regulations governing incarcerated individuals.
Mitigation strategies should focus on implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries throughout the application codebase. The recommended approach includes adopting prepared statements or parameterized queries to ensure that user input cannot alter the intended structure of SQL commands. Additionally, implementing proper access controls and input sanitization at the application layer will prevent malicious payloads from reaching database engines. Security measures should also include regular code reviews, automated vulnerability scanning, and maintaining updated security patches for all components. Organizations should consider implementing web application firewalls and database activity monitoring to detect and prevent exploitation attempts. This vulnerability aligns with attack patterns documented in the MITRE ATT&CK framework under the T1190 technique for exploiting vulnerabilities in web applications, emphasizing the need for comprehensive security controls beyond traditional perimeter defenses.