CVE-2023-34751 in bloofox
Summary
by MITRE • 06/14/2023
bloofox v0.5.2.1 was discovered to contain a SQL injection vulnerability via the gid parameter at admin/index.php?mode=user&page=groups&action=edit.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/13/2023
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-34751 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the bloofox content management system version 0.5.2.1. This vulnerability specifically affects the administrative interface where users can manage groups and their associated permissions. The flaw manifests through the gid parameter in the URL path admin/index.php?mode=user&page=groups&action=edit, which processes user input without proper sanitization or validation. This oversight creates a pathway for malicious actors to inject arbitrary SQL commands into the database query execution process. The vulnerability resides in the application's handling of user-supplied identifiers during group editing operations, where the system fails to properly escape or parameterize input values before incorporating them into database queries. Such a flaw fundamentally undermines the integrity of the database layer and exposes sensitive information to unauthorized access.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability follows established patterns of SQL injection attacks where attackers can manipulate the gid parameter to execute malicious SQL statements. When the application processes the gid value, it directly incorporates user input into the SQL query structure without appropriate input validation or parameterization techniques. This allows threat actors to construct payloads that can extract database contents, modify user permissions, or even gain administrative access to the system. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which categorizes SQL injection as a serious weakness in software design that enables attackers to manipulate database queries through malicious input. The attack surface is particularly concerning as it targets the administrative interface, providing potential access to sensitive user data and system configuration information.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft to encompass complete system compromise and potential data destruction. An attacker exploiting this flaw could enumerate user accounts, extract sensitive information such as passwords stored in the database, modify group permissions, and potentially escalate privileges within the system. The vulnerability affects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the bloofox system, as unauthorized access could lead to data breaches, unauthorized modifications, and service disruption. Given that this affects the administrative interface, the potential for lateral movement within the system increases significantly, as successful exploitation could provide attackers with elevated privileges and access to additional system resources. The vulnerability also creates opportunities for persistent threats to establish backdoors or maintain long-term access to the compromised system.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2023-34751 should prioritize immediate patching of the affected bloofox version to address the SQL injection vulnerability. Organizations should implement proper input validation and parameterized queries throughout the application to prevent similar issues in the future. The implementation of web application firewalls and input sanitization measures can provide additional layers of protection against exploitation attempts. Security monitoring should be enhanced to detect unusual database access patterns or suspicious query executions that might indicate exploitation attempts. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities in other system components. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of following secure coding practices and adheres to ATT&CK technique T1190 which describes the exploitation of vulnerabilities in applications to gain unauthorized access. Organizations should also consider implementing principle of least privilege access controls and regular database audits to minimize the potential impact of such vulnerabilities. The remediation process should include thorough testing to ensure that the patch does not introduce regression issues while maintaining full functionality of the administrative group management features.