CVE-2005-0270 in ReviewPost PHP Pro
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in ReviewPost PHP Pro before 2.84 allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the (1) si parameter to showcat.php, (2) cat or (3) page parameter to showproduct.php, or (4) report parameter to reportproduct.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/22/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2005-0270 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw affecting ReviewPost PHP Pro versions prior to 2.84. This vulnerability resides within the web application's input validation mechanisms and allows remote attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of victim browsers. The flaw manifests through four distinct attack vectors that target different script endpoints within the application's core functionality.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate sanitization of user-supplied input parameters across multiple PHP scripts. Specifically the si parameter in showcat.php, cat and page parameters in showproduct.php, and report parameter in reportproduct.php all fail to properly validate or escape user input before processing. This lack of input sanitization creates an environment where malicious actors can inject arbitrary HTML and JavaScript code that executes when other users view the affected pages. The vulnerability operates under CWE-79 which categorizes improper neutralization of input during web page generation, making it a classic example of XSS exploitation.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is significant as it enables attackers to perform various malicious activities including session hijacking, credential theft, and redirection to malicious websites. An attacker could craft specially designed URLs with malicious payloads in the affected parameters, which when clicked by unsuspecting users would execute the injected code in their browser context. This could lead to unauthorized access to user accounts, data exfiltration, and potential compromise of the entire web application environment. The vulnerability affects the core functionality of product catalog and review management features, making it particularly dangerous for e-commerce or review-based websites.
Security professionals should implement immediate mitigations including upgrading to ReviewPost PHP Pro version 2.84 or later which contains the necessary patches. Additionally, input validation should be strengthened through proper parameter sanitization and output encoding techniques. The application should employ Content Security Policy headers to limit script execution sources and implement proper input validation routines that filter or escape special characters in all user-supplied parameters. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls to detect and block suspicious input patterns. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1566 which covers social engineering tactics involving malicious links and payloads, emphasizing the importance of robust input validation as a primary defense mechanism.