CVE-2021-45253 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2021-45253 affecting Simple Cold Storage Management System 1.0. Understand the SQL injection vulnerability, its impact, and mitigation steps.
Simple Cold Storage Management System 1.0 is vulnerable to SQL injection attacks through the id parameter in view_storage.php.
Understanding CVE-2021-45253
What is CVE-2021-45253?
The id parameter in view_storage.php from Simple Cold Storage Management System 1.0 is susceptible to SQL injection. An attacker can inject a payload that calls MySQL's load_file function with a UNC file path referencing an external domain, leading to the execution of malicious SQL queries.
The Impact of CVE-2021-45253
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries with the application's privileges, potentially leading to unauthorized data access, data manipulation, or even total system compromise.
Technical Details of CVE-2021-45253
Vulnerability Description
The id parameter in view_storage.php of Simple Cold Storage Management System 1.0 is vulnerable to SQL injection attacks. Attackers can inject a payload to call MySQL's load_file function with a UNC file path that references an external domain, causing the execution of malicious SQL queries.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Simple Cold Storage Management System
- Version: 1.0
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attackers inject a SQL sub-query via the id parameter
- The payload calls MySQL's load_file function with a UNC file path
- The file path references a URL on an external domain
- The application interacts with the external domain, allowing the SQL query execution
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply the vendor-provided patch or update the software to the latest version
- Sanitize user input to prevent SQL injection attacks
- Monitor and log SQL queries for unusual or malicious activities
Long-Term Security Practices
- Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing
- Implement strict input validation and output encoding mechanisms
- Educate developers on secure coding practices
Patching and Updates
- Update the Simple Cold Storage Management System to the latest patched version
- Regularly check for security updates and apply them promptly