CVE-2024-10244 Overview
CVE-2024-10244 is a critical SQL Injection vulnerability affecting ISDO Software Web Software. This vulnerability stems from improper neutralization of special elements used in SQL commands (CWE-89), allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL statements into application queries. The vulnerability enables unauthenticated remote attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially leading to unauthorized data access, data modification, or complete database compromise.
Critical Impact
This SQL Injection vulnerability allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands, potentially compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the entire database system.
Affected Products
- ISDO Software Web Software versions before 3.6
Discovery Timeline
- 2024-12-19 - CVE-2024-10244 published to NVD
- 2024-12-19 - Last updated in NVD database
Technical Details for CVE-2024-10244
Vulnerability Analysis
This SQL Injection vulnerability exists in ISDO Software Web Software due to insufficient input validation and sanitization of user-supplied data before it is incorporated into SQL queries. The vulnerability is accessible over the network without requiring any authentication or user interaction, making it particularly dangerous in internet-facing deployments.
The vulnerability enables attackers to bypass application-level security controls and directly interact with the underlying database. Successful exploitation could allow attackers to extract sensitive data, modify or delete database records, escalate privileges within the database, or potentially execute commands on the underlying operating system depending on database configuration.
Root Cause
The root cause of CVE-2024-10244 is improper neutralization of special elements used in SQL commands. The application fails to properly sanitize or parameterize user input before incorporating it into SQL queries. This allows attackers to inject SQL syntax that alters the intended query logic. The vulnerability falls under CWE-89 (Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command).
Attack Vector
The attack vector for this vulnerability is network-based, requiring no privileges or user interaction. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted HTTP requests containing malicious SQL payloads to the vulnerable web application. The attack can be executed remotely without authentication.
Common SQL injection techniques that may be applicable include:
- Union-based injection to extract data from additional database tables
- Boolean-based blind injection to infer database contents through application responses
- Time-based blind injection using database sleep functions to confirm vulnerability
- Error-based injection to extract information through database error messages
- Stacked queries for executing multiple SQL statements including destructive operations
Detection Methods for CVE-2024-10244
Indicators of Compromise
- Unusual database queries containing SQL syntax characters such as single quotes, double dashes, semicolons, or UNION keywords in application logs
- Database error messages appearing in web application responses or logs
- Unexpected database access patterns or queries executing outside normal application behavior
- Evidence of data exfiltration or unauthorized bulk data access in database audit logs
Detection Strategies
- Deploy Web Application Firewalls (WAF) with SQL injection detection rules to identify and block malicious payloads
- Enable database query logging and monitor for anomalous or malformed SQL statements
- Implement application-level logging to capture and alert on suspicious input patterns
- Use database activity monitoring solutions to detect unauthorized queries or data access
Monitoring Recommendations
- Review web server access logs for requests containing SQL injection patterns or encoded payloads
- Monitor database performance metrics for unusual query patterns or execution times
- Configure alerting for database errors that may indicate injection attempts
- Audit database user accounts and permissions for signs of privilege escalation
How to Mitigate CVE-2024-10244
Immediate Actions Required
- Upgrade ISDO Software Web Software to version 3.6 or later immediately
- Deploy or strengthen WAF rules to block SQL injection attempts as an interim measure
- Review and restrict database user permissions to implement least privilege principles
- Enable detailed logging on web servers and databases to detect potential exploitation attempts
Patch Information
ISDO Software has addressed this vulnerability in Web Software version 3.6 and later. Organizations using affected versions should prioritize upgrading to the patched release. Additional information is available in the USOM Security Advisory.
Workarounds
- Implement Web Application Firewall rules to filter and block common SQL injection patterns
- Apply network segmentation to limit database server access from untrusted networks
- Restrict database user privileges to minimum required permissions for application functionality
- Consider temporarily disabling or restricting access to vulnerable functionality until patching is complete
# Example WAF rule configuration for SQL injection protection
# Block common SQL injection patterns in web requests
# Note: Specific configuration depends on your WAF solution
# Consult your security vendor documentation for proper implementation
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