CVE-2006-5430 in db-central
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the search functionality in db-central (dbc) Enterprise CMS and db-central CMS allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the needle parameter. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained from third party information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/25/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-5430 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw within the db-central Enterprise CMS and db-central CMS platforms. This security weakness specifically targets the search functionality component of these content management systems, creating a pathway for malicious actors to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML code within the context of victim sessions. The vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization mechanisms applied to the needle parameter used in search operations. Attackers can exploit this flaw by crafting malicious payloads that are then processed through the search interface, potentially leading to unauthorized actions performed on behalf of legitimate users.
The technical implementation of this XSS vulnerability aligns with CWE-79, which defines cross-site scripting as a security flaw that allows attackers to inject client-side scripts into web applications. The vulnerability operates at the application layer where user input from the needle parameter is directly incorporated into dynamic web content without proper sanitization or encoding. This particular flaw affects the search functionality of db-central CMS systems, making it a prime target for exploitation since search features are commonly used and often have permissive input handling. The attack vector is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability since malicious scripts can be executed from any location with network access to the vulnerable system.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script injection, potentially enabling attackers to perform session hijacking, deface websites, steal sensitive information, or redirect users to malicious domains. The implications are particularly severe for enterprise environments where db-central CMS systems manage critical content and user data. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to administrative functions, modify content, or harvest session cookies from authenticated users. The vulnerability affects the integrity and confidentiality of the CMS platform, potentially compromising the entire content management infrastructure and undermining user trust in the system's security posture.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should encompass multiple layers of defense including immediate input validation and output encoding mechanisms, proper parameter sanitization before processing search queries, and implementation of content security policies. Organizations should prioritize updating to patched versions of db-central CMS systems as provided by the vendor, while also implementing web application firewalls to detect and block malicious payloads. The remediation process must include thorough code review of all search-related functionality to ensure proper handling of user input and implementation of proper HTML encoding for all dynamic content generation. Additionally, security awareness training for developers working with these systems should emphasize secure coding practices to prevent similar vulnerabilities from being introduced in future development cycles.