CVE-2022-36725 in Library Management System
Summary
by MITRE • 08/19/2022
Library Management System v1.0 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the M_Id parameter at /student/dele.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/18/2022
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-36725 represents a critical security flaw in the Library Management System version 1.0, specifically targeting the student deletion functionality. This issue manifests through the M_Id parameter within the /student/dele.php endpoint, creating an exploitable pathway for malicious actors to manipulate the underlying database structure. The vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization practices, allowing attackers to inject arbitrary SQL commands that bypass normal authentication and authorization mechanisms.
This SQL injection vulnerability falls under the CWE-89 category, which classifies it as a direct SQL injection attack vector where user-supplied data is improperly incorporated into SQL queries without adequate sanitization. The attack surface is particularly concerning as it targets a deletion endpoint, potentially enabling unauthorized users to not only remove student records but also access sensitive data through UNION-based or error-based exploitation techniques. The M_Id parameter serves as the primary attack vector, where malicious input can alter the intended database query execution flow.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data manipulation, as it creates potential for complete database compromise and unauthorized access to student information. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to extract confidential data including student personal information, academic records, and potentially administrative credentials stored within the same database. The exploitation process typically involves crafting malicious SQL payloads that can either retrieve sensitive information or modify database contents, depending on the attacker's objectives and the system's database permissions.
Security professionals should consider this vulnerability in the context of the ATT&CK framework, specifically under the T1190 technique for exploitation of remote services and T1071.004 for application layer protocol usage. The vulnerability demonstrates poor input validation practices that align with the common attack patterns described in the MITRE ATT&CK matrix for database-related attacks. Organizations should immediately implement proper parameterized queries, input validation, and output encoding to prevent similar vulnerabilities from being exploited. Additionally, network segmentation and database access controls should be reviewed to limit potential damage from successful exploitation attempts.
Mitigation strategies should include immediate patching of the affected system, implementation of proper input sanitization measures, and deployment of web application firewalls to detect and prevent SQL injection attempts. The system administrators should also conduct comprehensive security audits of all database interaction points to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities throughout the application codebase. Regular security testing including automated vulnerability scanning and manual penetration testing should be implemented to maintain ongoing protection against evolving threats targeting database systems.