CVE-2024-52725 identifies a SQL injection vulnerability in SemCms version 4.8, located in the SEMCMS_SeoAndTag.php component through the ldgid parameter. SQL injection (CWE-89) vulnerabilities occur when untrusted input is improperly sanitized, allowing attackers to manipulate backend SQL queries. In this case, an attacker with authenticated access can inject arbitrary SQL commands, potentially leading to unauthorized data access or execution of arbitrary code on the database server. The vulnerability requires high privileges (PR:H) but no user interaction (UI:N), and the attack vector is network-based (AV:N). The CVSS 3.1 vector indicates the vulnerability impacts confidentiality (C:H) but not integrity or availability. Although no known exploits are reported, the lack of patches increases risk. The vulnerability's presence in a core CMS component that handles SEO and tagging functions suggests attackers could leverage it to extract sensitive data or escalate privileges within the CMS environment. The absence of affected version details beyond 4.8 implies the issue may be limited to this release. The vulnerability was reserved on November 15, 2024, and published on November 20, 2024, indicating recent discovery. Organizations using SemCms 4.8 should conduct immediate security assessments and apply mitigations to prevent exploitation.

The primary impact of CVE-2024-52725 is unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information due to the ability to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the ldgid parameter. This can lead to data breaches exposing user data, configuration details, or other confidential information stored in the CMS database. Although integrity and availability are not directly affected, the confidentiality breach can facilitate further attacks, including privilege escalation or lateral movement within the network. The requirement for authenticated access limits the attack surface but does not eliminate risk, especially in environments with weak authentication controls or compromised credentials. Organizations relying on SemCms 4.8 for content management may face reputational damage, regulatory penalties, and operational disruptions if exploited. The absence of known exploits currently reduces immediate risk but also means organizations must proactively secure their systems before attackers develop and deploy exploit code.

To mitigate CVE-2024-52725, organizations should first verify if they are running SemCms version 4.8 and isolate affected systems. Since no official patch is currently available, immediate steps include implementing strict input validation and sanitization on the ldgid parameter to prevent injection attacks. Employ parameterized queries or prepared statements in the SEMCMS_SeoAndTag.php component to eliminate direct SQL concatenation. Restrict access to the CMS backend to trusted users and enforce strong authentication mechanisms, including multi-factor authentication, to reduce the risk of credential compromise. Conduct thorough code reviews and penetration testing focused on SQL injection vectors. Monitor logs for unusual database query patterns or failed injection attempts. Consider deploying Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block SQL injection payloads targeting the ldgid parameter. Maintain regular backups of CMS data to enable recovery in case of compromise. Stay alert for official patches or updates from SemCms and apply them promptly once released.