CVE-2024-7682: Fabian Job Portal SQL Injection Flaw

CVE-2024-7682 Overview

A critical SQL Injection vulnerability has been identified in code-projects Job Portal version 1.0. This issue affects the file rw_i_nat.php where improper handling of the id parameter allows attackers to inject malicious SQL queries. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely without authentication, potentially compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the underlying database and application.

Critical Impact

Remote attackers can exploit this SQL Injection vulnerability to extract sensitive data, modify database contents, or potentially execute arbitrary commands on the underlying database server through the rw_i_nat.php file.

Affected Products

• Fabian Job Portal 1.0
• code-projects Job Portal 1.0

Discovery Timeline

• 2024-08-12 - CVE-2024-7682 published to NVD
• 2025-10-23 - Last updated in NVD database

Technical Details for CVE-2024-7682

Vulnerability Analysis

This vulnerability is classified as CWE-89: SQL Injection. The vulnerable file rw_i_nat.php in the Job Portal application fails to properly sanitize user-supplied input passed through the id parameter. When a user interacts with this functionality, the application directly incorporates the parameter value into SQL queries without adequate input validation or parameterization.

The attack is network-accessible, meaning remote attackers can exploit this vulnerability without requiring prior authentication or user interaction. The exploit has been publicly disclosed, increasing the risk of widespread exploitation against unpatched systems.

Root Cause

The root cause of this vulnerability lies in improper input validation and the use of dynamic SQL query construction. The application concatenates user-controlled input directly into SQL statements rather than using prepared statements or parameterized queries. This fundamental flaw allows attackers to break out of the intended query structure and inject their own SQL commands.

Attack Vector

The attack can be initiated remotely over the network by manipulating the id parameter in requests to rw_i_nat.php. An attacker can craft malicious input containing SQL syntax that, when processed by the vulnerable code, alters the intended database query behavior.

The SQL Injection vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate database queries by injecting malicious SQL code through the id parameter. Exploitation typically involves crafting requests to the rw_i_nat.php endpoint with specially formatted input that escapes the intended query context. For detailed technical information about this vulnerability, refer to the GitHub CVE Issue Discussion and VulDB entry #274139.

Detection Methods for CVE-2024-7682

Indicators of Compromise

• Unusual SQL error messages in application logs originating from rw_i_nat.php
• Anomalous database query patterns containing SQL keywords like UNION, SELECT, DROP, or OR 1=1 in web server access logs
• Unexpected database modifications or data exfiltration attempts
• High volume of requests to rw_i_nat.php with varied id parameter values

Detection Strategies

• Deploy Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules to detect and block SQL Injection patterns targeting the id parameter
• Enable database query logging and monitor for abnormal query structures or error conditions
• Implement intrusion detection signatures for common SQL Injection attack patterns
• Review web server access logs for requests containing SQL metacharacters or encoded SQL keywords

Monitoring Recommendations

• Configure alerts for SQL syntax errors in application and database logs
• Monitor for unusual database account activity or privilege escalation attempts
• Set up real-time alerting for requests containing common SQL Injection payloads
• Implement network-level monitoring for suspicious traffic patterns to the affected endpoint

How to Mitigate CVE-2024-7682

Immediate Actions Required

• Restrict access to rw_i_nat.php or disable the functionality until a patch is available
• Implement input validation to sanitize the id parameter, accepting only expected numeric values
• Deploy WAF rules to block SQL Injection attempts targeting this endpoint
• Review database permissions and apply principle of least privilege to limit potential damage

Patch Information

No official vendor patch has been identified for this vulnerability at the time of publication. Organizations using Fabian Job Portal 1.0 should monitor for updates from the vendor and apply patches as soon as they become available. In the interim, implement the recommended workarounds and detection strategies to reduce risk exposure.

For additional information and updates, consult the VulDB entry and GitHub CVE discussion.

Workarounds

• Implement server-side input validation to ensure the id parameter contains only expected numeric values
• Use prepared statements or parameterized queries in any code modifications
• Deploy network-level access controls to limit exposure of the vulnerable endpoint
• Consider taking the affected functionality offline until proper remediation can be implemented

# Example: Apache .htaccess rule to restrict access to vulnerable file
<Files "rw_i_nat.php">
    Order Deny,Allow
    Deny from all
    # Allow only trusted IP addresses
    Allow from 192.168.1.0/24
</Files>