CVE-2024-6970 in Tailoring Management System
Summary
by MITRE • 07/22/2024
A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in itsourcecode Tailoring Management System 1.0. Affected is an unknown function of the file /staffcatadd.php. The manipulation of the argument title leads to sql injection. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-272124.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/26/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-6970 represents a critical sql injection flaw within the itsourcecode Tailoring Management System version 1.0, specifically affecting the /staffcatadd.php component. This vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation mechanisms that fail to properly sanitize user-supplied data before incorporating it into database queries. The affected parameter title serves as the primary attack vector, allowing malicious actors to inject arbitrary sql commands through crafted input that bypasses normal security controls.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-89, which categorizes sql injection as a weakness where untrusted data is directly included in sql commands without proper sanitization or parameterization. The flaw exists within the application's input handling logic where the title parameter is processed without adequate protection against malicious sql payloads. This weakness enables attackers to manipulate database operations through direct injection of sql syntax, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data or executing destructive commands against the underlying database infrastructure.
Remote exploitation of this vulnerability presents significant operational risks for organizations utilizing the affected Tailoring Management System. Attackers can leverage this flaw from external network positions without requiring local system access or elevated privileges. The public disclosure of the exploit, as indicated by the VDB-272124 identifier, increases the likelihood of widespread exploitation and makes the vulnerability particularly dangerous in production environments. Successful exploitation could result in complete database compromise, unauthorized data access, data modification, or even complete system takeover depending on the database permissions and configuration.
The impact of this vulnerability extends beyond immediate data compromise to encompass potential lateral movement within affected networks and persistence mechanisms. According to ATT&CK framework reference T1190, this vulnerability enables initial access through exploitation of remote services, while T1071.005 covers the use of application layer protocols for data exfiltration. Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including input validation, parameterized queries, and web application firewall rules to prevent exploitation. Additionally, regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning should be conducted to identify similar weaknesses in related systems, as this vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of proper input sanitization in web applications.