CVE-2024-10656 in OA 2017
Summary
by MITRE • 11/01/2024
A vulnerability was found in Tongda OA 2017 up to 11.9. It has been rated as critical. This issue affects some unknown processing of the file /pda/meeting/apply.php. The manipulation of the argument mr_id leads to sql injection. The attack may be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/05/2024
This critical vulnerability in Tongda OA versions 2017 through 11.9 represents a significant security risk that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands through the /pda/meeting/apply.php endpoint. The flaw specifically resides in the handling of the mr_id parameter, which serves as the primary attack vector for SQL injection exploitation. This vulnerability classification aligns with CWE-89 which defines SQL injection as the insertion of malicious SQL code into input fields for execution by the database. The remote exploitability means that attackers can leverage this weakness without requiring physical access to the system, making it particularly dangerous for organizations relying on this office automation platform.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability demonstrates how improper input validation and sanitization allows malicious actors to manipulate database queries through the mr_id parameter. When the application processes this parameter without adequate security measures, it becomes susceptible to SQL injection attacks that can potentially compromise the entire database infrastructure. The exploitability rating indicates that working proof-of-concept code is publicly available, which significantly increases the risk to organizations that have not yet patched their systems. This scenario represents a classic example of how insufficient parameter validation can lead to complete database compromise, as described in the ATT&CK framework under the technique of SQL injection.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could enable attackers to escalate privileges, extract sensitive information, modify database contents, or even establish persistent access to the affected systems. Organizations using Tongda OA platforms are particularly at risk since the vulnerability affects multiple versions within the 2017-11.9 range, suggesting a widespread exposure across various deployments. The attack surface is further expanded by the fact that this vulnerability can be exploited remotely, meaning that attackers can target systems from anywhere on the internet without requiring network proximity. This remote exploit capability directly corresponds to ATT&CK technique T1190 which describes the exploitation of remote services, and T1071.004 which covers application layer protocol exploitation.
Organizations should prioritize immediate remediation efforts by applying vendor patches or implementing compensating controls to prevent exploitation of this vulnerability. The recommended mitigation strategies include implementing proper input validation and sanitization for all user-supplied parameters, particularly those used in database queries. Additionally, organizations should consider implementing web application firewalls and database activity monitoring to detect and prevent exploitation attempts. The vulnerability's public disclosure status necessitates urgent action as threat actors are likely already targeting systems with unpatched versions of Tongda OA. Security teams should also conduct comprehensive assessments of their network infrastructure to identify all instances of this vulnerable software and ensure proper patch management procedures are in place to prevent similar vulnerabilities from occurring in the future.