CVE-2024-10731 in Tongda
Summary
by MITRE • 11/03/2024
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in Tongda OA up to 11.10. Affected is an unknown function of the file /pda/appcenter/check_seal.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.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/04/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-10731 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the Tongda OA system version 11.10 and earlier. This vulnerability resides in the /pda/appcenter/check_seal.php file where an unvalidated ID parameter is processed without proper input sanitization. The flaw allows attackers to manipulate the ID argument in a manner that directly influences sql query execution, potentially enabling unauthorized access to sensitive data and system compromise. The vulnerability's classification as critical stems from its remote exploitability and the potential for widespread impact across organizations utilizing this particular version of the OA platform.
The technical implementation of this sql injection vulnerability occurs when the application processes user-supplied ID values in the check_seal.php endpoint without adequate validation or parameterization. This allows malicious actors to inject arbitrary sql commands through the ID parameter, which are then executed within the database context. The attack vector is particularly dangerous as it operates over remote network connections, eliminating the need for physical access or local system compromise. The disclosed exploit demonstrates how an attacker can construct malicious sql payloads that bypass standard security controls and potentially escalate privileges within the affected system.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as sql injection attacks can enable complete system compromise through various attack paths. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to extract sensitive information including user credentials, personal data, and business-critical documents stored within the database. The remote nature of the exploit means that organizations may be compromised without their knowledge, potentially allowing persistent access to corporate networks. This vulnerability directly aligns with CWE-89 which defines sql injection as a common weakness in software applications where untrusted data is incorporated into sql commands without proper validation or escaping mechanisms.
Organizations utilizing Tongda OA systems should immediately implement comprehensive mitigation strategies to address this critical vulnerability. The primary remediation involves applying the vendor-supplied patches or updates that address the sql injection flaw in the check_seal.php endpoint. Additionally, network-level protections such as web application firewalls should be configured to monitor and block suspicious sql injection patterns targeting this specific endpoint. Security teams should also conduct thorough network scans to identify any potential exploitation attempts and implement database access controls that limit the privileges of application accounts. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under T1190 - Proxy Process, as the attack exploits a legitimate application process to gain unauthorized access, and T1071.004 - Application Layer Protocol, due to the exploitation occurring through web-based protocols. Organizations should also consider implementing database activity monitoring solutions that can detect anomalous sql query patterns and alert security teams to potential exploitation attempts.