CVE-2015-8298
📋 TL;DR
This CVE describes multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in RXTEC RXAdmin's login page that allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands. Attackers can exploit parameters like loginpassword, loginusername, and cookies to potentially gain unauthorized access. Organizations using RXTEC RXAdmin UPDATE 06 / 2012 are affected.
💻 Affected Systems
- RXTEC RXAdmin
📦 What is this software?
Rxadmin by Rxtec
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Complete compromise of the RXAdmin system leading to data theft, authentication bypass, privilege escalation, and potential full system takeover.
Likely Case
Unauthorized access to the RXAdmin system, data exfiltration, and potential lateral movement within the network.
If Mitigated
Limited impact with proper input validation, parameterized queries, and network segmentation in place.
🎯 Exploit Status
Multiple public exploit scripts and detailed advisories exist, making exploitation straightforward for attackers.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Unknown
Vendor Advisory: No known vendor advisory
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
No official patch available. Consider upgrading to a newer version if available, or implement workarounds.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Web Application Firewall (WAF)
allDeploy a WAF with SQL injection protection rules to block malicious requests.
Input Validation Filter
allImplement input validation to sanitize login parameters and cookies.
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Isolate the RXAdmin system in a separate network segment with strict access controls.
- Implement network-based intrusion detection/prevention systems to monitor for SQL injection attempts.
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Test login page parameters with SQL injection payloads or use automated vulnerability scanners.Check Version:
Check RXAdmin version through admin interface or system documentation.Verify Fix Applied:
Verify that SQL injection attempts no longer succeed and that input validation is properly implemented.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual SQL queries in application logs
- Multiple failed login attempts with SQL-like patterns
- Unexpected database errors
Network Indicators:
- HTTP requests containing SQL keywords (SELECT, UNION, etc.) to login endpoints
- Unusual traffic patterns to RXAdmin login page
SIEM Query:
source="web_logs" AND (uri="*/index.htm*" OR uri="*/login*" OR uri="*/auth*") AND (message="*SELECT*" OR message="*UNION*" OR message="*OR 1=1*")🔗 References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/134525/RXTEC-RXAdmin-SQL-Injection.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2015/Nov/90
- https://github.com/sbaresearch/advisories/tree/public/2015/RXTEC_20150513
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/134525/RXTEC-RXAdmin-SQL-Injection.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2015/Nov/90
- https://github.com/sbaresearch/advisories/tree/public/2015/RXTEC_20150513
