CVE-2024-41444 in SeaCMS
Summary
by MITRE • 08/26/2024
SeaCMS v12.9 has a SQL injection vulnerability in the key parameter of /js/player/dmplayer/dmku/index.php?ac=so.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/06/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-41444 affects SeaCMS version 12.9 and represents a critical SQL injection flaw located within the dmplayer module. This vulnerability specifically targets the key parameter in the URL path /js/player/dmplayer/dmku/index.php?ac=so, where malicious actors can exploit improper input validation to execute arbitrary SQL commands against the underlying database. The flaw stems from insufficient sanitization of user-supplied data passed through the key parameter, allowing attackers to manipulate database queries and potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive information.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability places it squarely within the Common Weakness Enumeration category of CWE-89 SQL Injection, which occurs when user input is directly incorporated into SQL queries without proper escaping or parameterization. This weakness enables attackers to craft malicious payloads that can bypass authentication mechanisms, extract confidential data, modify database records, or even execute administrative commands on the affected system. The attack vector is particularly concerning as it operates through a publicly accessible web endpoint that forms part of the content management system's media player functionality.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability poses significant risks to organizations utilizing SeaCMS v12.9, as successful exploitation could result in complete database compromise. Attackers might extract user credentials, personal information, system configurations, or other sensitive data stored within the database. The vulnerability's location within the media player component suggests that it could be exploited through various attack surfaces including embedded player interfaces, search functionality, or content delivery mechanisms. The potential for privilege escalation and lateral movement within the affected environment makes this vulnerability particularly dangerous for organizations that rely on SeaCMS for content management and media streaming services.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-41444 should prioritize immediate patching of the affected SeaCMS version to the latest available release that addresses this specific SQL injection vulnerability. Organizations should implement proper input validation and parameterized queries throughout the application codebase to prevent similar issues from occurring in other components. Network-based mitigations such as web application firewalls and intrusion prevention systems can provide additional layers of protection by monitoring for known attack patterns targeting SQL injection vulnerabilities. Security monitoring should include comprehensive logging of all database access patterns and implementation of automated alerting mechanisms to detect anomalous query execution that may indicate exploitation attempts. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities in other applications and components within the organization's attack surface, following established security frameworks such as those outlined in the MITRE ATT&CK framework for defensive strategies against persistent threats.