CVE-2024-3373 in Website Template
Summary
by MITRE • 09/27/2024
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in RSM Design Website Template allows SQL Injection.
This issue affects Website Template: before 1.2.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/04/2026
This vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw in the rsm design website template where improper neutralization of special elements within sql commands creates an avenue for malicious actors to execute unauthorized database operations. The vulnerability specifically manifests when user input containing sql special characters is not properly sanitized or escaped before being incorporated into database queries, allowing attackers to manipulate the intended sql command structure and potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive data.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization within the template's database interaction mechanisms. When the website template processes user-supplied data through sql queries, it fails to adequately neutralize characters such as single quotes, semicolons, or sql comment markers that could alter the query execution flow. This weakness directly maps to cwe-89 sql injection vulnerability classification, which encompasses the improper handling of sql command elements that enables attackers to inject malicious sql code.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data exposure, as successful exploitation could allow attackers to perform read operations on sensitive database information, modify or delete records, and potentially escalate privileges within the affected system. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to extract user credentials, personal information, financial data, or other confidential assets stored in the database. The risk is particularly elevated given that this affects versions prior to 1.2, indicating that the vulnerability existed in multiple releases and could potentially impact numerous deployed instances across various organizations.
From an att&ck framework perspective, this vulnerability aligns with technique t1071.004 application layer protocol and t1213.002 data from information repositories, representing a classic database access attack vector that could lead to broader compromise through credential theft or lateral movement. The exploitation process typically involves crafting malicious input that bypasses normal validation checks and injects additional sql commands into the execution flow.
Mitigation strategies should prioritize immediate implementation of version 1.2 or later updates where the vulnerability has been patched. Organizations must also implement comprehensive input validation at multiple layers including application firewalls, web application firewalls, and application-level sanitization. Additional protective measures include parameterized queries, least privilege database access controls, regular security assessments, and comprehensive monitoring of database access patterns. The remediation approach should follow secure coding practices emphasizing proper input sanitization, output encoding, and the principle of least privilege to prevent unauthorized database operations.