CVE-2024-41802 in xibo-cms
Summary
by MITRE • 07/30/2024
Xibo is a content management system (CMS). An SQL injection vulnerability was discovered in the API routes inside the CMS responsible for Filtering DataSets. This allows an authenticated user to to obtain and modify arbitrary data from the Xibo database by injecting specially crafted values in to the APIs for importing JSON and importing a Layout containing DataSet data. Users should upgrade to version 3.3.12 or 4.0.14 which fix this issue
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/24/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-41802 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the Xibo content management system that specifically targets API endpoints responsible for dataset filtering operations. This vulnerability exists in the data import functionality where the system processes JSON imports and layout imports containing dataset information. The flaw allows authenticated attackers to manipulate database queries through crafted input values, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of the entire Xibo database infrastructure.
This vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and parameter sanitization within the API routes that handle dataset operations. The flaw specifically affects the data import mechanisms that process external JSON data and layout files containing dataset references. When authenticated users submit maliciously crafted payloads through these import functions, the system fails to properly escape or parameterize the input values before incorporating them into SQL queries. This represents a classic SQL injection vulnerability that falls under CWE-89, which defines improper neutralization of special elements used in an SQL command.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft to encompass full database manipulation capabilities. An authenticated attacker could potentially extract sensitive information including user credentials, system configurations, and content management data from the underlying database. Additionally, the vulnerability enables data modification and deletion operations, potentially allowing attackers to corrupt the CMS environment or manipulate content delivery. The attack surface is particularly concerning given that the vulnerability affects core import functionality that is commonly used in content management workflows, making it a high-value target for exploitation.
The security implications of CVE-2024-41802 align with ATT&CK technique T1213.002 which focuses on data from information repositories, specifically targeting database systems through injection attacks. The vulnerability demonstrates a clear path for privilege escalation from authenticated user status to database-level access, representing a significant risk to organizations relying on Xibo for content management. Organizations utilizing Xibo CMS should immediately implement the recommended mitigations by upgrading to version 3.3.12 or 4.0.14, which contain proper input validation and parameterization fixes. Additionally, network segmentation and monitoring of API endpoints should be enhanced to detect anomalous import activities that might indicate exploitation attempts.
The vulnerability highlights the importance of secure coding practices in API development and the necessity of implementing proper input validation at all entry points. Organizations should conduct comprehensive security assessments of their Xibo installations to identify any potential exploitation attempts and ensure that all users have the latest security patches applied. The fix implemented in versions 3.3.12 and 4.0.14 addresses the root cause by properly parameterizing database queries and implementing stricter input sanitization mechanisms that prevent malicious SQL fragments from being executed within the database context.