CVE-2024-4933 in Simple Online Bidding System
Summary
by MITRE • 05/16/2024
A vulnerability has been found in SourceCodester Simple Online Bidding System 1.0 and classified as critical. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the file /simple-online-bidding-system/admin/index.php?page=manage_product. The manipulation of the argument id leads to sql injection. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier VDB-264469 was assigned to this vulnerability.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/10/2024
This critical vulnerability exists within the SourceCodester Simple Online Bidding System version 1.0, specifically targeting the administrative interface component located at /simple-online-bidding-system/admin/index.php?page=manage_product. The flaw represents a classic sql injection vulnerability that arises from inadequate input validation and sanitization within the application's parameter handling mechanism. The vulnerability is triggered when an attacker manipulates the id argument parameter, which is directly incorporated into sql query construction without proper escaping or parameterization techniques. This allows malicious actors to inject arbitrary sql commands that can be executed within the database context, potentially leading to complete system compromise and unauthorized data access.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability follows standard sql injection attack patterns where the id parameter serves as the entry point for malicious input. When the application processes the id argument, it fails to implement proper input sanitization or use prepared statements, creating an environment where sql commands can be injected through carefully crafted payloads. The remote attack vector means that threat actors can exploit this vulnerability without requiring physical access to the system or local network presence, making it particularly dangerous for web applications that are publicly accessible. This vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which specifically addresses improper neutralization of special elements used in sql commands, and represents a fundamental breakdown in input validation practices that violates core security principles.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could enable attackers to gain full administrative control over the bidding system's database. Attackers could extract sensitive user information, modify product listings, manipulate bidding data, and potentially escalate privileges to gain broader system access. The disclosure of the exploit and assignment of identifier VDB-264469 indicates that this vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild, increasing the urgency for remediation. This type of vulnerability directly maps to attack techniques described in the ATT&CK framework under T1190 for exploit public-facing applications, and T1071.004 for application layer protocol usage, particularly targeting web application interfaces.
Mitigation strategies should prioritize immediate patching of the affected application version, implementing proper input validation and parameterized queries throughout the codebase, and establishing robust database access controls. Organizations should deploy web application firewalls to monitor and filter suspicious sql injection patterns, while also implementing comprehensive logging and monitoring to detect potential exploitation attempts. The remediation process must include thorough code review to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application components, as sql injection flaws often exist in multiple locations within poorly secured applications. Additionally, implementing principle of least privilege for database accounts and regular security assessments will help prevent similar vulnerabilities from emerging in future development cycles, addressing both the immediate threat and long-term security posture improvements required for web applications handling sensitive user data.