CVE-2024-24110 in crmeb_java
Summary
by MITRE • 03/21/2024
SQL Injection vulnerability in crmeb_java before v1.3.4 allows attackers to run arbitrary SQL commands via crafted GET request to the component /api/front/spread/people.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/06/2024
This vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw in the crmeb_java application affecting versions prior to v1.3.4. The vulnerability specifically resides within the api endpoint /api/front/spread/people which processes GET requests containing user-supplied parameters. Attackers can exploit this weakness by crafting malicious GET requests that manipulate the sql query execution flow, potentially allowing them to execute arbitrary sql commands on the underlying database system. The vulnerability falls under the category of cwe-89 sql injection as defined by the common weakness enumeration framework, where insufficient input validation permits malicious sql code to be interpreted and executed by the database engine. This type of vulnerability represents a fundamental breach in the application's data validation mechanisms and demonstrates poor input sanitization practices in the api layer.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe and multifaceted. Successful exploitation could enable attackers to extract sensitive data including user credentials, personal information, and business-critical records from the database. Beyond data exfiltration, attackers might gain the ability to modify or delete database contents, potentially leading to complete system compromise. The vulnerability also aligns with attack techniques described in the mitre att&ck framework under initial access and execution phases, where adversaries leverage application-level vulnerabilities to establish persistent access to target systems. Given that the vulnerable endpoint appears to be part of a customer relationship management or marketing platform, the potential for data breach and privacy violations is significant, particularly if the application handles personal identifiable information or financial data.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability requires minimal sophistication and can be accomplished through standard sql injection techniques. Attackers would typically construct GET requests containing sql payload sequences that bypass input validation, potentially using techniques such as union-based queries, error-based extraction, or time-based blind methods. The vulnerability's location within the spread/people endpoint suggests it may be related to user analytics or referral tracking functionality, making it particularly attractive to threat actors seeking to access user behavioral data. Organizations should immediately implement input validation and parameterized query mechanisms to address this weakness. The recommended remediation involves upgrading to crmeb_java version 1.3.4 or later, which includes proper input sanitization and sql parameterization. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls, input validation rules, and comprehensive database access controls can provide layered defense against similar vulnerabilities. Regular security assessments and code reviews focusing on sql query construction practices are essential for preventing such issues in future application development cycles.