CVE-2024-2351 in Ecommerce Site
Summary
by MITRE • 03/10/2024
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in CodeAstro Ecommerce Site 1.0. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the file action.php of the component Search. The manipulation of the argument cat_id/brand_id/keyword leads to sql injection. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-256303.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/26/2025
This critical sql injection vulnerability exists in CodeAstro Ecommerce Site version 1.0 within the search functionality of the action.php file. The flaw occurs when processing parameters cat_id, brand_id, or keyword, allowing attackers to inject malicious sql code directly into the database query execution flow. The vulnerability represents a direct violation of input validation principles and demonstrates poor database access control implementation. According to the cvss scoring system, this vulnerability carries a critical severity rating due to its remote exploitability and potential for widespread data compromise.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability follows established sql injection attack patterns where malicious input is not properly sanitized or parameterized before being incorporated into sql queries. Attackers can manipulate the cat_id, brand_id, or keyword parameters to inject sql payloads that bypass authentication mechanisms, extract sensitive data, modify database records, or even execute arbitrary commands on the underlying database server. This vulnerability directly maps to common weakness enumeration cwec 89 which categorizes sql injection flaws as a primary vector for database compromise. The remote attack surface further amplifies the risk as no local access or authentication is required to exploit this weakness.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft to encompass complete database compromise and potential system takeover. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to access customer information, financial data, product catalogs, and administrative credentials stored within the ecommerce platform's database. The disclosure of this exploit through public channels increases the likelihood of automated attacks and makes it a prime target for malicious actors seeking to exploit vulnerable ecommerce systems. This vulnerability directly aligns with attack techniques documented in the mitre attack framework under initial access and credential access phases, particularly targeting database systems and web applications.
Mitigation strategies should prioritize immediate implementation of parameterized queries and input sanitization measures across all database interaction points. The platform should enforce strict input validation for all parameters including cat_id, brand_id, and keyword fields, implementing proper escape sequences and stored procedure usage. Organizations must conduct comprehensive code reviews to identify similar patterns throughout the application codebase and implement web application firewalls to detect and block malicious sql injection attempts. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to verify the effectiveness of implemented controls. The vulnerability also necessitates immediate patching or mitigation of the affected ecommerce platform version to prevent further exploitation attempts.