CVE-2005-3424 in GNUMP3D
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in GNUMP3D before 2.9.5 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via 404 error pages, a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-3425.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/11/2019
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2005-3424 represents a cross-site scripting flaw within the GNUMP3D media server software prior to version 2.9.5. This security weakness specifically manifests through the application's handling of 404 error pages, creating an avenue for remote attackers to execute malicious web scripts or HTML code within the context of users' browsers. The vulnerability operates by exploiting the lack of proper input sanitization and output encoding mechanisms when processing error responses, particularly those generated during failed resource requests.
The technical implementation of this XSS vulnerability stems from the application's failure to properly escape or filter user-controllable input parameters that are subsequently rendered in error page content. When a user attempts to access a non-existent resource, the server generates a 404 error page that includes elements of the original request path or parameters without adequate sanitization. This creates an environment where attacker-controlled data can be injected into the HTML response and subsequently executed by the victim's browser. The flaw is categorized under CWE-79 as a failure to sanitize or incorrectly sanitize user-provided data before it is used in web page generation. The vulnerability specifically affects the web interface component of GNUMP3D, making it exploitable through web-based attack vectors rather than direct system compromise.
Operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution, as it provides attackers with the capability to perform session hijacking, deface web interfaces, redirect users to malicious sites, or harvest sensitive information from authenticated sessions. The remote nature of the attack means that exploitation does not require local system access or network proximity, making it particularly dangerous for publicly accessible media servers. Attackers can craft malicious URLs containing script payloads that, when visited by unsuspecting users, will execute the injected code in the victim's browser context. This vulnerability undermines the integrity of the web interface and can potentially lead to complete compromise of user sessions if the application handles authentication tokens or session identifiers within the vulnerable context. The attack surface is particularly concerning for media servers that may be accessed by multiple users, as a successful exploitation could affect any user interacting with the application's web interface.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2005-3424 should prioritize immediate software updates to version 2.9.5 or later, where the XSS vulnerability has been addressed through proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms. Organizations should implement comprehensive input sanitization for all user-provided data, particularly parameters used in error handling routines, and ensure that all dynamic content rendered in web responses undergoes appropriate HTML escaping. The implementation of content security policies and proper error page handling can significantly reduce the risk of exploitation. Additionally, network segmentation and access controls should be enforced to limit exposure of vulnerable applications to untrusted networks. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059.007 for scripting and T1566.001 for spearphishing attachments, demonstrating how web-based vulnerabilities can serve as initial access vectors for more comprehensive attack campaigns. Security monitoring should include detection of suspicious 404 error patterns and unusual request parameters that may indicate attempted exploitation of this XSS vulnerability.