CVE-2010-5103: Typo3/cms SQL Injection Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-r2w2-2r2x-fpcx
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CWE-89
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2010-5103 is a MODERATE sql injection vulnerability (CWE-89: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')) affecting Typo3/cms libraries in the Packagist ecosystem. The issue involves typo3 sql injection vulnerability. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 4.2.16, 4.3.9, 4.4.5.

CVE-2010-5103 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2010-5103
GHSA Identifier GHSA-r2w2-2r2x-fpcx
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-89: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Affected Product Typo3/cms
Package Ecosystem Packagist
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2010-5103

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Typo3/cms dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

typo3/cms fixed: 4.2.16 
Upgrade typo3/cms to 4.2.16
typo3/cms fixed: 4.3.9 
Upgrade typo3/cms to 4.3.9
typo3/cms fixed: 4.4.5 
Upgrade typo3/cms to 4.4.5
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

inspect dependencies for typo3/cms

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your application is affected by CVE-2010-5103, inspect your project dependencies for Typo3/cms:

inspect dependencies for typo3/cms

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Typo3/cms in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 4.2.16), your application is affected.

Note: Verify declared build manifests and deployed runtime container environments.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-89: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection'), where 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. In Typo3/cms, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

SQL injection vulnerability in the list module in TYPO3 4.2.x before 4.2.16, 4.3.x before 4.3.9, and 4.4.x before 4.4.5 allows remote authenticated users with certain permissions to execute arbitrary SQL commands via unspecified vectors.

CVE-2010-5103 Affected Typo3/cms Versions

3 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
4.2.164.3.94.4.5
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
typo3/cms
 Packagist
≥ 4.2.0
< 4.2.16
4.2.16
typo3/cms
 Packagist
≥ 4.3.0
< 4.3.9
4.3.9
typo3/cms
 Packagist
≥ 4.4.0
< 4.4.5
4.4.5

References

NVD — CVE-2010-5103 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2010-5103
exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/641... WEB
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/64184
Typo3/cms Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/TYPO3/typo3
Typo3/cms Security Information SECURITY
https://web.archive.org/web/20120123102224/http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/45470
Typo3/cms Security Information SECURITY
https://web.archive.org/web/20120801235059/http://typo3.org/teams/security/security-bulletins/typo3-core/typo3-sa-2010-022
Typo3/cms Security Information SECURITY
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/01/13/2
Typo3/cms Security Information SECURITY
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/05/10/7
Typo3/cms Security Information SECURITY
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/05/11/3
Typo3/cms Security Information SECURITY
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/05/12/5

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2010-5103?
CVE-2010-5103 is a security vulnerability in Typo3/cms involving TYPO3 SQL Injection vulnerability under CWE-89: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection').
Which Typo3/cms versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 4.2.16, 4.3.9, 4.4.5 across affected packages: typo3/cms.
What version fixes CVE-2010-5103?
Upgrading to 4.2.16, 4.3.9, 4.4.5 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is typo3/cms affected?
Yes, typo3/cms is affected in releases prior to 4.2.16, 4.3.9, 4.4.5. Upgrade your dependency to 4.2.16, 4.3.9, 4.4.5 or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2010-5103?
CVE-2010-5103 is classified under CWE-89: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') (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.).
How can I check Packagist dependencies for CVE-2010-5103?
Run the dependency tree command: 'inspect dependencies for typo3/cms'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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