CVE-2006-3881 in MusicBox
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Shalwan MusicBox 2.3.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the id parameter in a request for the top-level URI. NOTE: the id parameter in index.php, and the type and show parameters in a top action, are already covered by CVE-2006-1349; and the term parameter in a search action is already covered by CVE-2006-1806.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/01/2018
The CVE-2006-3881 vulnerability represents a classic cross-site scripting flaw in the Shalwan MusicBox content management system version 2.3.4 and earlier. This vulnerability specifically targets the application's handling of user input through the id parameter in requests to the top-level URI, creating a pathway for malicious actors to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML code within the context of other users' browsers. The vulnerability falls under the category of CWE-79 - Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation, which is a fundamental weakness in web application security that allows attackers to inject malicious code into web pages viewed by other users.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker crafts a malicious request containing script code within the id parameter and submits it to the vulnerable MusicBox application. When the application processes this parameter without proper sanitization or output encoding, the injected script executes in the browser of any user who views the affected page. This type of vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it can be leveraged to steal session cookies, perform unauthorized actions on behalf of users, redirect users to malicious websites, or even deface the entire website. The attack vector is straightforward and requires minimal technical expertise to execute successfully.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft or defacement. Attackers can use this XSS flaw to establish persistent access to user sessions, potentially leading to complete compromise of user accounts and unauthorized administrative access. The vulnerability affects the core functionality of the MusicBox application, making it a critical security concern for any organization relying on this software. According to ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability maps to T1566 - Phishing and T1059 - Command and Scripting Interpreter, as it enables attackers to deliver malicious payloads through web-based attack vectors and execute code within user browsers.
Organizations should implement multiple layers of defense to mitigate this vulnerability. The primary mitigation involves input validation and output encoding, where all user-supplied parameters including the id parameter must be properly sanitized before being processed or displayed. This aligns with the OWASP Top Ten security controls and the principle of least privilege in web application security. Additionally, implementing Content Security Policy headers, using secure coding practices for parameter handling, and regularly updating the MusicBox application to versions that address this vulnerability are essential measures. The vulnerability also underscores the importance of comprehensive security testing including dynamic application security testing and manual code reviews to identify similar issues in other parameters that may not be covered by existing CVEs. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls and monitoring systems to detect and prevent exploitation attempts targeting such vulnerabilities.