CVE-2023-1608 in CRMEB Java
Summary
by MITRE • 03/23/2023
A vulnerability was found in Zhong Bang CRMEB Java up to 1.3.4. It has been declared as critical. This vulnerability affects the function getAdminList of the file /api/admin/store/product/list. The manipulation of the argument cateId leads to sql injection. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-223738 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/29/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-1608 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the Zhong Bang CRMEB Java application version 1.3.4 and earlier. This vulnerability resides within the administrative interface functionality, specifically in the getAdminList method of the api/admin/store/product/list endpoint. The flaw manifests when the cateId parameter is manipulated, allowing attackers to inject malicious sql code directly into the database query execution path. The vulnerability's critical severity classification stems from its remote exploitability and the fact that a working exploit has been publicly disclosed, making it immediately actionable by threat actors. The attack vector requires no authentication and can be executed through standard http requests targeting the vulnerable api endpoint, making it particularly dangerous in production environments where administrative access controls may be insufficient.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability follows standard sql injection attack patterns where the cateId parameter serves as the injection point for malicious sql payloads. When an attacker submits a crafted cateId value containing sql injection syntax, the application fails to properly sanitize or escape the input before incorporating it into the sql query structure. This allows attackers to manipulate the database query execution flow, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data, executing arbitrary database commands, or even escalating privileges within the application's database layer. The vulnerability directly maps to CWE-89 which categorizes sql injection flaws as weaknesses in software that allows attackers to manipulate database queries through untrusted input. The attack can be classified under the ATT&CK technique T1071.004 for application layer protocol usage, specifically targeting web application interfaces and T1046 for network service scanning to identify vulnerable endpoints.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it can enable complete database compromise and potentially lead to full system takeover. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to extract administrative credentials, customer data, transaction records, and other sensitive business information stored within the application's database. The remote nature of the exploit means that attackers can target the vulnerability from anywhere on the internet without requiring physical access to the network or system. Organizations running affected versions of CRMEB may experience unauthorized data access, potential data modification, and service disruption. The vulnerability's presence in the product listing functionality suggests that attackers could potentially manipulate product information, affecting e-commerce operations and customer trust. Additionally, the disclosed exploit status means that automated scanning tools can readily identify and exploit this vulnerability, increasing the attack surface and reducing the time window for remediation.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2023-1608 require immediate action to address the sql injection vulnerability. Organizations should prioritize upgrading to the latest version of the Zhong Bang CRMEB application where this vulnerability has been patched and fixed. The patch implementation should include proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls with sql injection detection capabilities can provide an additional layer of protection. Network segmentation and access controls should be enforced to limit access to the vulnerable api endpoints, particularly restricting administrative functions to trusted networks only. Regular security scanning and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in the application's codebase. Input sanitization and output encoding mechanisms must be strengthened throughout the application to prevent similar injection flaws. Organizations should also implement database access logging and monitoring to detect unauthorized database access attempts, and establish incident response procedures specifically addressing sql injection attacks. The remediation process should include thorough code review of the affected getAdminList function and similar database interaction methods to identify and fix other potential sql injection vulnerabilities that may exist within the application.