CVE-2006-0587 in Gallery
Summary
by MITRE
Unspecified vulnerability in util.php in Gallery before 1.5.2-pl2 allows remote authenticated users with trick an owner into modifying stored album data and possibly executing arbitrary code via unspecified vectors involving a crafted link to a crafted file.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/17/2019
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-0587 resides within the util.php component of the Gallery web application framework prior to version 1.5.2-pl2. This represents a sophisticated security flaw that leverages social engineering techniques to compromise system integrity. The vulnerability specifically affects authenticated users who can be deceived into performing actions that appear benign but result in significant security implications. The attack vector involves manipulation of file references through crafted links that exploit the application's handling of album data modifications.
This vulnerability demonstrates characteristics consistent with CWE-79 Cross-Site Scripting and CWE-94 Code Injection, as it allows for the execution of arbitrary code through manipulation of stored data. The flaw operates by tricking legitimate users into modifying album data in ways that introduce malicious payloads. The attack requires authentication but leverages the trust relationship between the user and the application to execute unauthorized operations. The vulnerability represents a classic example of a privilege escalation attack where authenticated users can be manipulated to perform actions that compromise system security.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data modification to include potential code execution capabilities that could allow attackers to gain full control over affected systems. When users are tricked into clicking crafted links, they unknowingly modify stored album data that gets processed by the application. This creates a pathway for attackers to inject malicious code that can execute in the context of the victim user's session. The implications are particularly severe because Gallery applications often contain sensitive user data and media files that could be compromised through this attack vector.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2006-0587 focus on implementing proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms within the Gallery application framework. Organizations should immediately upgrade to Gallery version 1.5.2-pl2 or later, which contains the necessary patches to address this vulnerability. Additional defensive measures include implementing strict access controls and user education programs to prevent social engineering attacks. The security community should also consider implementing web application firewalls and monitoring for suspicious file modification patterns. This vulnerability highlights the importance of validating all user-supplied data and ensuring that applications properly sanitize inputs before processing stored data. The attack methodology aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059.007 Command and Scripting Interpreter: JavaScript and T1566 Phishing, emphasizing the need for comprehensive security controls that address both technical and human factors in vulnerability exploitation.