CVE-2024-9460
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') (CWE-89)
Summary
A critical vulnerability has been discovered in Codezips Online Shopping Portal version 1.0. The vulnerability affects an unknown function in the file index.php. The issue arises from improper neutralization of special elements used in an SQL command, commonly known as SQL injection. This vulnerability can be exploited by manipulating the 'username' parameter, allowing for SQL injection attacks.
Impact
This vulnerability has severe potential impacts. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to the database, allowing attackers to read, modify, or delete sensitive information. The attacker might be able to execute administrative operations on the database, potentially compromising the entire system. Given the critical nature of the vulnerability (with a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8), it could lead to a complete compromise of the system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The attack can be launched remotely, doesn't require any privileges, and doesn't need user interaction, making it particularly dangerous.
Exploitation
There is no evidence that a public proof-of-concept exists. There is no evidence of proof of exploitation at the moment.
Patch
As of the latest information provided, there is no mention of an available patch for this vulnerability in Codezips Online Shopping Portal 1.0. Users of this software should be on high alert and check for updates from the vendor.
Mitigation
Given the severity of this vulnerability and the lack of a confirmed patch, immediate mitigation steps are crucial: 1. Implement strong input validation and sanitization for all user inputs, especially the 'username' parameter in index.php. 2. Use prepared statements or parameterized queries instead of dynamic SQL to prevent SQL injection attacks. 3. Apply the principle of least privilege to database accounts used by the application. 4. Consider implementing a Web Application Firewall (WAF) to help detect and block SQL injection attempts. 5. Regularly monitor logs for any suspicious activities or unauthorized access attempts. 6. If possible, consider temporarily disabling the affected functionality until a patch is available. 7. Keep monitoring for any updates or patches released by Codezips for the Online Shopping Portal. 8. Conduct a thorough security audit of the entire application to identify and address any similar vulnerabilities.
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X
Timeline
Feedly found the first article mentioning CVE-2024-9460. See article
Feedly estimated the CVSS score as HIGH
NVD published the first details for CVE-2024-9460
A CVSS base score of 7.3 has been assigned.
EPSS Score was set to: 0.05% (Percentile: 16.3%)
A CVSS base score of 9.8 has been assigned.