CVE-2024-25288 in Bulian
Summary
by MITRE • 02/21/2024
SLIMS (Senayan Library Management Systems) 9 Bulian v9.6.1 is vulnerable to SQL Injection via pop-scope-vocabolary.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/16/2024
The SLIMS (Senayan Library Management Systems) version 9 Bulian v9.6.1 contains a critical SQL injection vulnerability in the pop-scope-vocabulary.php component that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary database commands. This vulnerability arises from insufficient input validation and sanitization of user-supplied parameters that are directly incorporated into SQL query constructions without proper escaping or parameterization mechanisms. The affected parameter is processed within the scope vocabulary popup functionality, which is typically used to display hierarchical vocabulary terms and their relationships within the library management system. Attackers can exploit this weakness by crafting malicious input that manipulates the SQL query structure, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive database information including user credentials, library records, and system configurations.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from improper handling of user input within the SQL query execution context. When the pop-scope-vocabulary.php script processes incoming parameters, it fails to implement proper input validation or use of prepared statements with parameterized queries. This design flaw allows an attacker to inject malicious SQL code that gets executed within the database context, potentially leading to data disclosure, data manipulation, or even complete system compromise. The vulnerability is classified as a classic SQL injection attack vector where the attacker can manipulate the database query execution flow through crafted input values that alter the intended query logic. The CWE (Common Weakness Enumeration) classification for this vulnerability aligns with CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection weaknesses in software applications.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could enable attackers to perform privilege escalation, modify library records, create backdoor accounts, or extract sensitive information from the database. In a library management context, this could result in unauthorized access to patron records, borrowing histories, and confidential institutional data. The attack surface is particularly concerning as the vulnerability affects a core functionality component that is likely accessed by multiple users during normal library operations. The vulnerability is classified under the MITRE ATT&CK framework as part of the credential access and defense evasion categories, specifically mapping to techniques involving SQL injection and privilege escalation. Organizations using SLIMS v9.6.1 are at significant risk of data breaches and system compromise without immediate remediation.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability include immediate implementation of parameterized queries or prepared statements within the pop-scope-vocabulary.php script to prevent user input from being interpreted as SQL code. Security patches should be applied to upgrade to the latest version of SLIMS where this vulnerability has been addressed through proper input sanitization and validation mechanisms. Organizations should also implement proper input filtering and validation at multiple layers, including web application firewalls and database-level access controls. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components of the system. Additionally, network segmentation and monitoring should be implemented to detect potential exploitation attempts and limit lateral movement within the network infrastructure. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of secure coding practices and proper input validation in preventing database-related attacks that can lead to complete system compromise.