CVE-2005-1380 in WebLogic
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in BEA Admin Console 8.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary web script or HTML via the server parameter to a JndiFramesetAction action.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/23/2005
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2005-1380 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw within the BEA Admin Console version 8.1, specifically affecting the JndiFramesetAction component. This vulnerability resides in the administrative interface of the BEA WebLogic Server platform, which is widely deployed in enterprise environments for application hosting and management. The flaw manifests when the application fails to properly sanitize user input received through the server parameter, creating an avenue for malicious actors to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML content into the administrative console. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-79 as a failure to sanitize input, which directly enables XSS attacks by allowing untrusted data to be executed within the browser context of authenticated users.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when a remote attacker crafts a malicious URL containing script code within the server parameter of the JndiFramesetAction action. When an authenticated administrator or authorized user accesses this specially crafted URL, the malicious script executes within their browser session, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or unauthorized administrative actions. The attack vector is particularly dangerous because it leverages the trust relationship between the user and the administrative interface, allowing attackers to execute code in the context of the victim's privileges. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059.007 for command and scripting interpreter, specifically targeting the web application layer where user input is processed without proper sanitization.
The operational impact of CVE-2005-1380 extends beyond simple script execution, as it can enable complete compromise of the administrative interface. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability could potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive system configurations, deploy malicious applications, or manipulate the underlying web application infrastructure. The vulnerability affects the integrity and confidentiality of the administrative console, which serves as a critical control point for the entire web application platform. Organizations using BEA WebLogic Server 8.1 are particularly at risk since this version was widely deployed in production environments, making the exploitation potential substantial across enterprise networks. The vulnerability's persistence in the administrative console interface means that any successful exploitation could lead to long-term access and control over the targeted systems, as the attacker could maintain access even after initial compromise through the XSS vector.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should focus on input validation and output encoding within the affected application components. The primary remediation involves implementing proper parameter sanitization for all user-supplied input, particularly within the JndiFramesetAction handler. Organizations should deploy web application firewalls or security filters that can detect and block malicious script patterns in URL parameters. Additionally, implementing content security policies and ensuring proper HTML encoding of all dynamic content can significantly reduce the attack surface. The vulnerability underscores the importance of secure coding practices and input validation in web applications, as highlighted in OWASP Top Ten security principles. Regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning should be implemented to identify similar weaknesses in other application components, particularly within administrative interfaces where user input is processed without proper sanitization. Patch management procedures should be prioritized to ensure timely deployment of vendor security updates, as BEA would have released fixes for this vulnerability in subsequent versions of the WebLogic Server platform.