CVE-2022-35148 in Maccms10
Summary
by MITRE • 08/18/2022
maccms10 v2021.1000.1081 to v2022.1000.3031 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the table parameter at database/columns.html.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/17/2022
The vulnerability CVE-2022-35148 affects maccms10 versions ranging from v2021.1000.1081 through v2022.1000.3031 and represents a critical SQL injection flaw that compromises database security. This vulnerability specifically targets the database/columns.html endpoint where the table parameter is improperly validated and sanitized, creating an exploitable entry point for malicious actors to execute arbitrary SQL commands against the underlying database system. The flaw resides in the application's failure to properly escape or validate user-supplied input before incorporating it into database queries, which directly aligns with CWE-89 - Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker submits malicious input through the table parameter in the database/columns.html URL endpoint. The application processes this input without adequate sanitization measures, allowing SQL injection payloads to be executed directly against the database backend. This vulnerability enables attackers to perform unauthorized database operations including data extraction, modification, or deletion, potentially leading to complete database compromise. The attack vector is particularly concerning as it targets administrative endpoints that typically have elevated privileges and access to sensitive data structures within the content management system.
Operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft to encompass complete system compromise and potential lateral movement within network environments. Attackers can leverage this SQL injection to extract sensitive user credentials, personal information, and system configuration data stored within the database. The vulnerability also provides opportunities for attackers to manipulate database content, potentially leading to service disruption, data corruption, or the installation of persistent backdoors. This flaw significantly increases the attack surface for organizations using affected maccms10 versions and represents a serious security risk that could result in regulatory compliance violations and substantial financial losses.
Security mitigation strategies for CVE-2022-35148 should prioritize immediate application updates to the latest available versions that contain patched code addressing the SQL injection vulnerability. Organizations must implement proper input validation and parameterized queries throughout the application codebase to prevent similar issues from occurring. The principle of least privilege should be enforced by ensuring database connections use minimal required permissions and that application code does not execute administrative database commands with standard user credentials. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems can provide additional layers of protection against exploitation attempts. This vulnerability demonstrates the importance of regular security assessments and timely patch management, aligning with ATT&CK technique T1190 - Exploit Public-Facing Application and T1071.004 - Application Layer Protocol: DNS to understand attack patterns and prevent successful exploitation of database vulnerabilities.