CVE-2023-5293 in ECshop
Summary
by MITRE • 10/25/2023
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in ECshop 4.1.5. Affected is an unknown function of the file /admin/leancloud.php. The manipulation of the argument id leads to sql injection. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-240924.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/25/2023
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-5293 represents a critical sql injection flaw in ECshop version 4.1.5 that specifically affects the administrative function within the /admin/leancloud.php file. This vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization of the id parameter, creating a direct pathway for malicious actors to execute unauthorized database operations. The flaw exists in the application's backend processing logic where user-supplied input flows directly into sql query construction without proper escaping or parameterization mechanisms. Security researchers have classified this issue as critical due to its remote exploitation potential and the sensitive nature of the data that could be accessed through successful sql injection attacks.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker manipulates the id argument parameter passed to the leancloud.php administrative endpoint. This manipulation allows the attacker to inject malicious sql code that can be executed within the context of the database connection. The vulnerability follows the CWE-89 classification for sql injection, where improper neutralization of special elements in sql queries creates opportunities for unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion. The attack vector is remote, meaning no local system access is required, and the vulnerability can be exploited through web-based interfaces without authentication. The disclosed exploit demonstrates how an attacker can construct sql payloads that bypass normal input validation and directly manipulate database operations through the vulnerable administrative function.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation can lead to complete database compromise including user credential exposure, financial data manipulation, and potential system-wide compromise. The remote nature of the attack means that organizations with exposed administrative interfaces face immediate risk without requiring physical access or complex attack chains. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges, extract sensitive information from user accounts, modify database content, or even establish persistent access through database backdoors. The vulnerability affects the application's integrity and confidentiality, potentially compromising the entire e-commerce platform's data security posture. Organizations using ECshop 4.1.5 are particularly vulnerable as the flaw exists in core administrative functionality that handles critical business data.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2023-5293 require immediate action including applying the vendor-provided security patches or updates that address the sql injection vulnerability in the leancloud.php file. Organizations should implement input validation measures at multiple layers including web application firewalls, application code level sanitization, and database access controls to prevent unauthorized sql command execution. The implementation of parameterized queries and prepared statements should be enforced throughout the application to eliminate sql injection possibilities. Network segmentation and access control measures should be implemented to limit administrative interface exposure to trusted networks only. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application components. The ATT&CK framework's T1190 technique for exploitation of remote services aligns with this vulnerability's characteristics, emphasizing the importance of maintaining updated software versions and implementing robust input validation controls across all web application interfaces.