CVE-2024-32640
📋 TL;DR
CVE-2024-32640 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in MASA CMS that allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands through the processAsyncObject method. This can lead to remote code execution, data theft, or complete system compromise. All MASA CMS users running versions before 7.4.5, 7.3.12, or 7.2.7 are affected.
💻 Affected Systems
- MASA CMS
⚠️ Manual Verification Required
This CVE does not have specific version information in our database, so automatic vulnerability detection cannot determine if your system is affected.
Why? The CVE database entry doesn't specify which versions are vulnerable (no version ranges provided by the vendor/NVD).
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- Review the CVE details at NVD
- Check vendor security advisories for your specific version
- Test if the vulnerability is exploitable in your environment
- Consider updating to the latest version as a precaution
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Complete system compromise with remote code execution leading to data exfiltration, ransomware deployment, or creation of persistent backdoors.
Likely Case
Database compromise allowing data theft, privilege escalation, and potential lateral movement within the network.
If Mitigated
Limited impact with proper network segmentation, WAF protection, and minimal database privileges.
🎯 Exploit Status
Public proof-of-concept code exists on GitHub. SQL injection vulnerabilities are commonly weaponized in automated attacks.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: 7.4.5, 7.3.12, or 7.2.7
Vendor Advisory: https://github.com/MasaCMS/MasaCMS/security/advisories/GHSA-24rr-gwx3-jhqc
Restart Required: Yes
Instructions:
1. Backup your MASA CMS installation and database. 2. Download the patched version (7.4.5, 7.3.12, or 7.2.7) from the official repository. 3. Replace the vulnerable files with patched versions. 4. Restart the web server. 5. Verify the fix by checking the version.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Web Application Firewall (WAF) Rules
allImplement WAF rules to block SQL injection patterns targeting the processAsyncObject endpoint.
Input Validation Filter
allAdd custom input validation to sanitize parameters before they reach the vulnerable method.
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Implement strict network segmentation to isolate MASA CMS from critical systems
- Deploy a web application firewall with SQL injection detection rules
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check if your MASA CMS version is below 7.4.5, 7.3.12, or 7.2.7. Review application logs for SQL error messages or unusual database queries.Check Version:
Check the MASA CMS admin panel or review the version files in the installation directory.Verify Fix Applied:
Confirm the version is 7.4.5, 7.3.12, or 7.2.7 or higher. Test the processAsyncObject endpoint with SQL injection payloads to ensure they are blocked.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- SQL syntax errors in application logs
- Unusual database queries from web application
- Multiple failed login attempts followed by SQL errors
Network Indicators:
- HTTP requests containing SQL keywords (SELECT, UNION, etc.) to processAsyncObject endpoint
- Unusual database connection patterns from web server
SIEM Query:
source="web_server_logs" AND (uri="*processAsyncObject*" AND (message="*SQL*" OR message="*syntax*" OR message="*union*"))🔗 References
- https://github.com/MasaCMS/MasaCMS/commit/259fc6061d022d5025a3289a3f8de9852ad9c91d
- https://github.com/MasaCMS/MasaCMS/commit/280489e2d6c8daf5022fdb0225235462dd9d4534
- https://github.com/MasaCMS/MasaCMS/commit/3d6319b8775bb6438bc822d845926990511f5075
- https://github.com/MasaCMS/MasaCMS/security/advisories/GHSA-24rr-gwx3-jhqc
- https://github.com/Stuub/CVE-2024-32640-SQLI-MuraCMS
- https://projectdiscovery.io/blog/hacking-apple-with-sql-injection?ref=projectdiscovery-io-blog-newsletter
- https://www.seebug.org/vuldb/ssvid-99835
