CVE-2022-45329 in AeroCMS
Summary
by MITRE • 11/29/2022
AeroCMS v0.0.1 was discovered to contain a SQL Injection vulnerability via the Search parameter. This vulnerability allows attackers to access database information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/26/2025
AeroCMS version 0.0.1 contains a critical SQL injection vulnerability that arises from improper input validation within the search functionality. This flaw exists in the application's handling of user-supplied parameters, specifically the search parameter which fails to adequately sanitize or escape user input before incorporating it into database queries. The vulnerability stems from a lack of proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms that should be implemented to prevent malicious SQL code from being executed within the database context. According to CWE-89, this represents a classic SQL injection weakness where attacker-controlled data flows directly into SQL command construction without appropriate sanitization measures.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker submits malicious input through the search parameter, which then gets processed by the application's backend database layer. The vulnerable code likely constructs SQL queries using string concatenation or direct parameter insertion without employing prepared statements or parameterized queries. This allows an attacker to inject malicious SQL fragments that can manipulate the database query execution flow, potentially enabling unauthorized data access, data modification, or even complete database compromise. The vulnerability's impact extends beyond simple information disclosure as it can be leveraged for privilege escalation and lateral movement within the affected system. This type of vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.004 which covers application layer protocol manipulation, and specifically targets the database access component of the attack chain.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is significant as it provides attackers with unauthorized access to sensitive database information that may include user credentials, personal data, application configuration details, and other confidential information stored within the AeroCMS database. An attacker could potentially extract entire database schemas, modify or delete critical data, or establish persistent access through the compromised database connection. The vulnerability affects the integrity and confidentiality of the entire application ecosystem, as database access often provides the most direct path to system compromise. Organizations using this version of AeroCMS face elevated risk of data breaches, regulatory compliance violations, and potential system compromise that could impact business continuity and customer trust. The vulnerability's exploitation requires minimal technical skill and can be automated using standard penetration testing tools, making it particularly dangerous in environments where such systems are exposed to untrusted networks.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should include immediate implementation of proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection attacks. The application code must be updated to use prepared statements or stored procedures that separate SQL command structure from data values. Additionally, implementing proper output encoding and escaping mechanisms for all user-supplied inputs will prevent malicious code from being executed. Organizations should also deploy web application firewalls and implement database access controls to limit the potential damage from successful exploitation. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application components. The remediation process must include thorough testing of the patched application to ensure that the SQL injection vulnerability is fully resolved without introducing new issues. Security monitoring should be enhanced to detect potential exploitation attempts through anomalous database query patterns or unusual access patterns that may indicate active exploitation of this vulnerability.