CVE-2018-25398
SQL Injection in Open ISES Project
Publication date: 2026-05-29
Last updated on: 2026-05-29
Assigner: VulnCheck
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| open_ises_project | open_ises_project | 3.30A |
| open_ises_project | open_ises_project | 3.30a |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-89 | The product constructs all or part of an SQL command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended SQL command when it is sent to a downstream component. Without sufficient removal or quoting of SQL syntax in user-controllable inputs, the generated SQL query can cause those inputs to be interpreted as SQL instead of ordinary user data. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
The Open ISES Project version 3.30A contains an SQL injection vulnerability in the main.php file, specifically through the frm_passwd parameter.
This flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to inject malicious SQL queries by sending crafted POST requests, enabling them to execute arbitrary SQL commands on the database.
By exploiting this vulnerability, attackers can extract sensitive information such as usernames, database names, and database version details.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive database information, including user credentials and database details.
Attackers can manipulate the database by executing arbitrary SQL commands, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of the data.
Such unauthorized access and data extraction can result in data breaches, loss of trust, and potential operational disruptions.
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This vulnerability can be detected by monitoring for suspicious POST requests sent to the main.php file, specifically those containing the frm_passwd parameter with unusual or crafted SQL payloads.
A practical approach is to capture and analyze HTTP traffic to identify attempts to inject SQL code via the frm_passwd parameter.
Example commands to detect potential exploitation attempts include using tools like curl or tcpdump to monitor or replay suspicious requests.
- Using tcpdump to capture HTTP POST requests to main.php: tcpdump -A -s 0 'tcp port 80 and (((ip[2:2] - ((ip[0]&0xf)<<2)) - ((tcp[12]&0xf0)>>2)) != 0)' | grep 'POST /main.php'
- Using curl to test for SQL injection by sending a crafted POST request: curl -X POST -d "frm_passwd=' OR '1'='1" http://target/main.php
Additionally, web application firewalls (WAFs) or intrusion detection systems (IDS) can be configured to alert on SQL injection patterns targeting the frm_passwd parameter.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include restricting access to the vulnerable main.php file and blocking or filtering malicious POST requests containing suspicious input in the frm_passwd parameter.
Applying input validation and sanitization on the frm_passwd parameter to prevent SQL injection is critical.
If possible, update or patch the Open ISES Project software to a version that addresses this vulnerability.
In the absence of an official patch, consider implementing a Web Application Firewall (WAF) rule to detect and block SQL injection attempts targeting main.php.
Monitoring logs for unusual database errors or suspicious POST requests can help identify exploitation attempts early.