CVE-2006-6582 in User Manager
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in ScriptMate User Manager 2.1 and earlier allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the (1) members_username (user) and (2) members_password (password) fields in a login action in members/default.asp, and (3) the Search box. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/01/2017
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-6582 represents a critical cross-site scripting weakness in ScriptMate User Manager version 2.1 and earlier systems. This vulnerability exposes the application to remote code execution risks through malicious web script injection in multiple input vectors. The flaw specifically affects the login functionality and search capabilities of the user management system, creating potential entry points for attackers to compromise user sessions and execute unauthorized commands.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and output encoding within the ScriptMate User Manager application. Attackers can exploit three distinct pathways to inject malicious content through the members_username field, members_password field, and the Search box functionality. These attack vectors demonstrate a fundamental lack of proper sanitization mechanisms that should validate and escape user-supplied data before processing or displaying it within the application context. The vulnerability manifests when user input containing malicious scripts is accepted without proper filtering, allowing the injected code to execute in the context of other users' browsers.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft or session hijacking. An attacker exploiting these XSS flaws could potentially redirect users to malicious websites, steal authentication cookies, perform actions on behalf of authenticated users, or even modify user permissions within the system. The vulnerability affects the core authentication and search functionalities, making it particularly dangerous as it can compromise user credentials and system integrity. According to CWE classification, this represents a CWE-79: Cross-site Scripting vulnerability where the application fails to properly validate or encode user input before rendering it in web pages. The attack surface is further expanded by the fact that these vulnerabilities exist in both authentication and search components, providing multiple attack vectors for potential exploitation.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2006-6582 should focus on implementing comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the application. Organizations must ensure that all user-supplied data undergoes strict sanitization before being processed or displayed, particularly in authentication and search interfaces. The recommended approach includes implementing proper HTML encoding for all dynamic content, utilizing secure coding practices that prevent script injection, and applying the principle of least privilege in user management systems. Additionally, regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in legacy systems. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under T1566: Phishing and T1059: Command and Scripting Interpreter, highlighting the need for both defensive measures and user education to prevent successful exploitation. Organizations should prioritize upgrading to patched versions of ScriptMate User Manager or implementing web application firewalls as interim protective measures while addressing the root cause through proper input validation and sanitization protocols.