CVE-2024-38773 in FormLift for Infusionsoft Web Forms Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 07/22/2024
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in Adrian Tobey FormLift for Infusionsoft Web Forms allows Blind SQL Injection.This issue affects FormLift for Infusionsoft Web Forms: from n/a through 7.5.17.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/30/2024
This vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw in the FormLift for Infusionsoft Web Forms plugin that enables attackers to execute arbitrary sql commands through improperly sanitized input parameters. The weakness stems from inadequate validation and sanitization of user-supplied data that gets directly incorporated into sql queries without proper escaping or parameterization mechanisms. The vulnerability specifically affects versions ranging from the initial release through 7.5.17, indicating a prolonged exposure window where systems could be compromised. This type of vulnerability falls under the common weakness enumeration category CWE-89 which specifically addresses sql injection vulnerabilities where untrusted data is embedded into sql commands without proper neutralization. The attack vector leverages blind sql injection techniques, meaning that the attacker cannot directly observe the sql query results but can infer information through indirect methods such as timing delays or conditional responses.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe as it provides attackers with unauthorized access to the underlying database that stores form submissions and related customer information. An attacker could potentially extract sensitive data including personal identifiable information, contact details, and other confidential data stored within the Infusionsoft database through carefully crafted malicious inputs. The blind nature of the injection means that attackers can systematically probe the database structure and contents without immediate feedback, making the attack more stealthy and potentially more damaging. This vulnerability directly enables data exfiltration, data manipulation, and potentially complete database compromise, especially if the application's database user has elevated privileges. The threat landscape for such vulnerabilities aligns with attack techniques documented in the attack pattern taxonomy under the category of database injection attacks that target web applications.
Mitigation strategies should focus on implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks. The recommended approach involves upgrading to the latest version of the FormLift plugin where this vulnerability has been addressed through proper input sanitization and query parameterization. Organizations should also implement web application firewalls that can detect and block suspicious sql injection patterns, conduct regular security assessments of web applications, and employ database access controls to limit the privileges of application database users. Additionally, developers should follow secure coding practices that emphasize the use of prepared statements and parameterized queries rather than string concatenation for sql command construction. The remediation process should include comprehensive testing of input validation mechanisms and ensuring that all user-supplied data is properly escaped or parameterized before being incorporated into any sql operations. Security monitoring should be enhanced to detect unusual database access patterns that might indicate sql injection attempts, and regular patch management procedures should be implemented to ensure timely updates to vulnerable components.