CVE-2024-48230: SQL Injection Vulnerability in funadmin Package
Summary
CVE-2024-48230: SQL injection in funadmin. Affects funadmin/funadmin versions < 5.0.2. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
funadmin is a PHP-based administrative framework designed to facilitate the management of web applications. It offers features such as user authentication, role management, and content management. However, version 5.0.2 of funadmin has been identified as vulnerable to SQL injection attacks, which can compromise the integrity of the database and expose sensitive information.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability arises from improper handling of the 'parentField' parameter in the index method of \backend\controller\auth\Auth.php. An attacker can exploit this flaw by crafting a malicious request that manipulates SQL queries, potentially allowing unauthorized access to the database, data leakage, or even complete database compromise. This SQL injection vulnerability is classified under CWE-89, indicating a high severity risk.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, you can validate and sanitize the 'parentField' parameter before processing it in the index method. This can be done by implementing input validation checks to ensure that only expected values are accepted, thus mitigating the risk of SQL injection.
Conclusion
The SQL injection vulnerability identified in funadmin version 5.0.2 poses a significant risk to applications using this package. It is crucial to update to a patched version to safeguard against potential attacks. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring and managing open-source vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
SQL injection is a code injection technique that exploits vulnerabilities in an application's software by inserting or manipulating SQL queries. This can lead to unauthorized access to data.
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Failing to address this SQL injection vulnerability can lead to data breaches, unauthorized access to sensitive information, and potential damage to your application's reputation.
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If immediate updates are not possible, implement input validation and sanitization for the affected parameter as a temporary measure to reduce the risk of exploitation.
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