Platform
php
Component
komseo-cart
Fixed in
1.3.1
CVE-2018-25206 describes an SQL injection vulnerability affecting KomSeo Cart version 1.3. This flaw allows attackers to inject malicious SQL commands through the 'myitemsearch' parameter in the edit.php file, potentially leading to sensitive data extraction. The vulnerability affects KomSeo Cart versions 1.3. No official patch is currently available to address this issue.
CVE-2018-25206 in KomSeo Cart 1.3 presents a significant security risk. It allows attackers to inject malicious SQL commands through the 'myitemsearch' parameter in the 'edit.php' file. This can lead to the extraction of sensitive database information, including user credentials, customer data, and product details. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could compromise the integrity and confidentiality of the entire KomSeo Cart application and the data it stores. Given the lack of an official fix (fix: none), users are particularly vulnerable and should take immediate steps to mitigate the risk. The 'blind' or error-based nature of the SQL injection makes detection more difficult, but not impossible, for security systems.
The vulnerability resides in the 'edit.php' file and is exploited through the POST parameter 'myitemsearch'. Attackers can send carefully crafted POST requests containing malicious SQL commands. The SQL injection can be 'blind' (based on the server's response) or 'error-based' (based on error messages generated by the database). Successful exploitation requires the attacker to have the ability to send POST requests to the KomSeo Cart server. The complexity of exploitation varies depending on the technique used, but generally, it requires a basic understanding of SQL and SQL injection techniques. The lack of input validation in the 'myitemsearch' parameter is the root cause of the vulnerability.
Exploit Status
EPSS
0.04% (13% percentile)
CISA SSVC
CVSS Vector
As there is no official patch for CVE-2018-25206, mitigation requires a proactive and multifaceted approach. The most immediate step is to uninstall or upgrade to a version of KomSeo Cart that has addressed this vulnerability (if one exists). If upgrading is not possible, implementing a Web Application Firewall (WAF) to filter malicious traffic and block SQL injection attempts is recommended. Additionally, applying the principle of 'least privilege' to the database, limiting the access permissions of the account used by KomSeo Cart, is crucial. Rigorous validation and sanitization of all user inputs, especially the 'myitemsearch' parameter, are essential. Finally, monitoring server logs for suspicious patterns can help detect and respond to exploitation attempts.
Update KomSeo Cart to a version later than 1.3 or apply the security patch provided by the vendor. As no later version is available, it is recommended to disable or remove the component until a solution is published.
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