CVE-2022-3947 in goku_lite
Summary
by MITRE • 11/11/2022
A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in eolinker goku_lite. This affects an unknown part of the file /balance/service/list. The manipulation of the argument route/keyword leads to sql injection. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier VDB-213453 was assigned to this vulnerability.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/17/2022
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-3947 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the eolinker goku_lite application, specifically impacting the /balance/service/list endpoint. This vulnerability resides in the handling of the route/keyword argument, which serves as the attack vector for malicious actors to execute unauthorized database operations. The flaw allows adversaries to manipulate input parameters in a manner that bypasses normal security controls and directly interacts with the underlying database system. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed and is actively being exploited in the wild, making it particularly dangerous for organizations that have not yet implemented protective measures.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization within the application's backend processing logic. When the route/keyword parameter is submitted through the /balance/service/list endpoint, the application fails to properly escape or filter special characters that could be interpreted as sql commands. This allows attackers to inject malicious sql payloads that are subsequently executed against the database server. The vulnerability specifically maps to CWE-89 which defines sql injection as the improper handling of sql command structure, and aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190 which covers exploiting vulnerabilities in software applications. The remote exploitability means that attackers can leverage this vulnerability without requiring physical access to the target system, making it particularly attractive for automated attack campaigns.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it provides attackers with extensive database access capabilities that could include data modification, deletion, or unauthorized access to sensitive information. Organizations utilizing eolinker goku_lite may face significant security breaches, including exposure of confidential customer data, financial records, or proprietary business information. The vulnerability's classification as critical indicates that it can be exploited with minimal technical expertise and that the potential damage is substantial. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to establish persistent access, escalate privileges, or use the compromised system as a launch point for further attacks within the network infrastructure. The public disclosure of the exploit and assignment of identifier VDB-213453 to this vulnerability confirms that it has already been weaponized and is actively circulating among threat actors.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2022-3947 should prioritize immediate patching of the affected application version, as this represents the most effective defense against the specific vulnerability. Organizations must implement comprehensive input validation measures that sanitize all user-supplied data before processing, particularly focusing on sql metacharacters and special sequences. The application should employ parameterized queries or prepared statements to prevent sql injection attacks, while also implementing proper access controls and database permissions to limit the potential impact of any successful exploitation attempts. Network segmentation and monitoring solutions should be deployed to detect anomalous database access patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts. Additionally, regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning should be conducted to identify similar weaknesses in other application components, while adherence to secure coding practices and regular security training for development teams can help prevent similar vulnerabilities from being introduced in future releases.