CVE-2024-0637 in Centreon
Summary
by MITRE • 04/02/2024
Centreon updateDirectory SQL Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Centreon. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the updateDirectory function. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to construct SQL queries. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the service account. Was ZDI-CAN-22294.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/07/2025
The CVE-2024-0637 vulnerability represents a critical security flaw in Centreon's updateDirectory function that enables remote code execution through SQL injection techniques. This vulnerability operates at the intersection of database security and application logic flaws, specifically targeting the improper handling of user input within SQL query construction. The issue manifests when the application fails to validate or sanitize user-supplied data before incorporating it into database operations, creating a pathway for malicious actors to manipulate the underlying database queries.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from CWE-89, which categorizes SQL injection flaws as weaknesses in software that allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands. In Centreon's case, the updateDirectory function processes user input without adequate sanitization, allowing an attacker to inject malicious SQL payloads that can bypass authentication mechanisms and manipulate database operations. This flaw requires authentication to exploit, indicating that an attacker must first establish a valid session within the application before attempting the SQL injection attack, though this does not significantly reduce the overall risk.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data manipulation to full system compromise, as successful exploitation allows attackers to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the service account. This presents a significant risk to organizations relying on Centreon for monitoring and management, as the service account typically possesses elevated permissions necessary for system operations. The vulnerability's remote nature means attackers can exploit it from outside the network perimeter, potentially leading to complete system compromise and data breaches.
Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including updating to patched versions of Centreon, applying the vendor's security advisory, and implementing network segmentation to limit access to administrative functions. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under T1190 - Exploit Public-Facing Application, with potential subsequent techniques including T1078 - Valid Accounts and T1059 - Command and Scripting Interpreter for persistence and execution. Security teams should also deploy intrusion detection systems to monitor for SQL injection patterns and implement proper input validation controls to prevent similar vulnerabilities from occurring in other application components.