CVE-2022-41551 in Garage Management System
Summary
by MITRE • 11/02/2022
Garage Management System v1.0 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the id parameter at /garage/editorder.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/03/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-41551 affects the Garage Management System version 1.0, specifically targeting the editorder.php endpoint through improper input validation mechanisms. This SQL injection flaw exists within the application's parameter handling system where the id parameter fails to adequately sanitize user-supplied data before incorporating it into database queries. The vulnerability represents a critical security weakness that allows malicious actors to manipulate database operations through crafted input sequences, potentially compromising the entire backend data infrastructure.
This vulnerability stems from a classic lack of input validation and proper parameterization in database query construction. The application processes user input directly within SQL statements without adequate sanitization or prepared statement usage, creating an environment where attackers can inject malicious SQL code through the id parameter. The flaw aligns with CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection vulnerabilities, and demonstrates poor adherence to secure coding practices that should prevent dynamic query construction from user-controllable data. The vulnerability exists at the application layer where the web interface fails to implement proper data validation mechanisms.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could enable attackers to perform unauthorized database operations including data retrieval, modification, or deletion. An attacker could potentially extract sensitive customer information, vehicle records, service histories, and administrative credentials stored within the system's database. The vulnerability also opens pathways for privilege escalation attacks where malicious actors might gain elevated access rights within the application environment. According to ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability maps to T1190 - Exploit Public-Facing Application, representing a common attack vector that targets web applications with weak input validation.
Mitigation strategies should focus on implementing proper input validation, parameterized queries, and secure coding practices throughout the application development lifecycle. The immediate fix involves replacing direct parameter concatenation with prepared statements or parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection attacks. Additionally, implementing proper input sanitization mechanisms, including whitelisting acceptable input patterns, can significantly reduce the attack surface. Network-level protections such as web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems should complement these code-level fixes. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities across the application stack, while adherence to secure coding standards and security training for development teams remains essential for preventing such issues in future releases.