ExploitCVE-2024-9788
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') (CWE-89)
Summary
A critical vulnerability has been discovered in LyLme_spage version 1.9.5. The vulnerability affects unknown code in the file /admin/tag.php. The issue stems from improper handling of the 'id' argument, which can lead to SQL injection. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely and does not require user interaction.
Impact
The impact of this vulnerability is severe. If exploited, an attacker could potentially: 1. Gain unauthorized access to the database 2. Modify or delete data in the database 3. Execute arbitrary SQL commands 4. Potentially escalate privileges and gain control over the system 5. Compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system The CVSS v3.1 base score is 7.2 (High), with high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This indicates that successful exploitation could result in a significant breach of security.
Exploitation
One proof-of-concept exploit is available on shikangsi.com. There is no evidence of proof of exploitation at the moment.
Patch
As of the latest information provided, no official patch has been released. The vendor was contacted about this vulnerability but did not respond. It's crucial for the security team to monitor for any updates or patches from the vendor.
Mitigation
Given the severity of the vulnerability and the lack of an official patch, the following mitigation steps are recommended: 1. Immediately isolate or disable the affected system if possible. 2. Implement strict input validation for the 'id' parameter in /admin/tag.php. 3. Use prepared statements or parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection. 4. Apply the principle of least privilege to database accounts used by the application. 5. Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities or potential exploitation attempts. 6. Consider implementing a Web Application Firewall (WAF) to help filter malicious requests. 7. Regularly update and patch the LyLme_spage software as soon as fixes become available. 8. Conduct a thorough security audit of the entire application to identify any similar vulnerabilities.
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/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-2024-9788. See article
Feedly estimated the CVSS score as HIGH
NVD published the first details for CVE-2024-9788
A CVSS base score of 4.7 has been assigned.
EPSS Score was set to: 0.05% (Percentile: 16.4%)
A CVSS base score of 7.2 has been assigned.