CVE-2024-10738 in Farm Management System
Summary
by MITRE • 11/03/2024
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in itsourcecode Farm Management System 1.0. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the file manage-breed.php. The manipulation of the argument breed leads to sql injection. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/06/2024
This critical vulnerability in the itsourcecode Farm Management System version 1.0 represents a severe security flaw that allows remote sql injection attacks through the manage-breed.php file. The vulnerability specifically occurs when the breed parameter is manipulated, creating an opportunity for attackers to execute malicious sql commands against the underlying database. This type of injection flaw falls under the common weakness enumeration CWE-89, which categorizes sql injection as a fundamental web application security weakness that enables attackers to manipulate database queries and potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive data.
The remote exploitation capability of this vulnerability significantly amplifies its threat level, as attackers do not require physical access to the system or local network privileges to launch attacks. The disclosure of the exploit to the public means that malicious actors can immediately leverage this vulnerability without requiring advanced technical skills or extensive reconnaissance. This accessibility transforms what might otherwise be a targeted attack into a widespread threat that could affect any organization running the vulnerable version of the farm management system.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as sql injection attacks can enable complete database compromise including unauthorized data modification, deletion of critical agricultural records, and potential privilege escalation attacks. In a farm management context, this could result in loss of livestock inventory data, financial records, breeding schedules, and other critical operational information that organizations depend upon for business continuity. The attack vector through the breed management functionality suggests that any user with access to the farm management interface could potentially exploit this vulnerability, making it particularly dangerous in multi-user environments.
Organizations should immediately implement mitigations including input validation and parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks, while also applying the latest security patches from the vendor if available. Network segmentation and access controls should be strengthened to limit exposure of the vulnerable application to untrusted networks. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under the T1190 technique for exploitation of remote services, making it a prime target for automated attack tools. Regular security assessments and web application firewalls should be deployed to monitor for exploitation attempts, while comprehensive backup strategies must be maintained to ensure business continuity in case of successful attacks.