CVE-2024-29875 in Sentrifugo
Summary
by MITRE • 03/21/2024
SQL injection vulnerability in Sentrifugo 3.2, through /sentrifugo/index.php/default/reports/exportactiveuserrpt, 'sort_name' parameter. The exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote user to send a specially crafted query to the server and extract all the data from it.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/25/2025
This vulnerability resides within the Sentrifugo 3.2 web application where an unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit a sql injection flaw through the /sentrifugo/index.php/default/reports/exportactiveuserrpt endpoint. The specific parameter 'sort_name' is susceptible to malicious input manipulation that bypasses proper input validation and sanitization mechanisms. The flaw allows an attacker to inject arbitrary sql commands that are then executed by the underlying database engine, potentially enabling full data exfiltration and unauthorized access to sensitive organizational information.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability demonstrates a classic sql injection attack vector where user-supplied input flows directly into sql query construction without adequate parameterization or input filtering. This weakness enables attackers to manipulate the sql execution flow through crafted payloads that can exploit the application's failure to properly escape or validate the sort_name parameter. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it operates through a reporting function that likely contains sensitive user data and system information, making it an attractive target for data extraction attacks.
From an operational perspective, this vulnerability presents a significant risk to organizations using Sentrifugo 3.2 as it allows for complete database compromise without requiring authentication credentials. The impact extends beyond simple data theft to include potential system reconnaissance, privilege escalation, and further lateral movement within the network infrastructure. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to extract user credentials, personal information, system configurations, and other sensitive data that could be used for additional attacks or sold on dark web marketplaces. The vulnerability affects the confidentiality and integrity of the entire system.
The vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses sql injection flaws in software applications, and maps to ATT&CK technique T1190 which covers exploiting vulnerabilities in applications. Organizations should immediately implement input validation measures including parameterized queries, proper input sanitization, and output encoding to prevent malicious sql injection attempts. Network segmentation and web application firewalls should be deployed to detect and block suspicious sql injection patterns. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in the application stack and ensure proper patch management protocols are maintained. The affected application should be updated to the latest version or patched according to vendor advisories to eliminate this exposure.