CVE-2007-0814 in Adrenalins Asp Chat
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Adrenalin s ASP Chat allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML (1) via the psuedo (pseudo) field or (2) during chat.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/10/2017
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-0814 represents a critical cross-site scripting weakness in Adrenalin s ASP Chat software, which has significant implications for web application security and user data protection. This vulnerability falls under the CWE-79 category of Cross-Site Scripting, specifically targeting the input validation mechanisms within the chat application's pseudo field and chat message handling components. The flaw allows malicious actors to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML code into the application's user interface, potentially compromising the security of all users interacting with the vulnerable system.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input sanitization and output encoding within the ASP-based chat application. Attackers can exploit the pseudo field parameter to inject malicious scripts that will execute in the context of other users' browsers when they view the chat interface. Additionally, the vulnerability extends to the chat message handling process, where similar injection points exist. This dual exploitation vector increases the attack surface and makes the vulnerability particularly dangerous as it can be leveraged from multiple entry points within the application's user interaction flow. The attack typically involves crafting malicious payloads that contain script tags or other HTML elements designed to execute in the victim's browser environment.
The operational impact of CVE-2007-0814 extends beyond simple script execution, as it can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, and the potential for further exploitation within the user's browser context. When successful, these attacks can result in unauthorized access to user accounts, data exfiltration, and the compromise of user sessions. The vulnerability particularly affects organizations relying on this chat application for communication, as it creates persistent security risks that can be exploited repeatedly by attackers. The attack vectors align with ATT&CK technique T1531 for "Account Access Removal" and T1059.007 for "Command and Scripting Interpreter: JavaScript," demonstrating how the vulnerability can be leveraged for broader attack chains within the adversary lifecycle.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate implementation of proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the application's codebase. The recommended approach involves sanitizing all user inputs, particularly those used in the pseudo field and chat message components, by implementing strict character validation and HTML encoding before rendering any user-provided content. Organizations should implement Content Security Policy headers to prevent unauthorized script execution, while also considering the adoption of modern web application frameworks that provide built-in protection against XSS attacks. Regular security audits and input validation testing should be conducted to prevent similar vulnerabilities from emerging in future versions of the application. The remediation process should also include comprehensive user education about the risks of clicking suspicious links or entering untrusted content within chat environments, as this vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of proper security controls in real-time communication systems.