CVE-2007-1101 in PhotoStand
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Photostand 1.2.0 allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the (1) message ("comment") or (2) name field, or the (3) q parameter in a search action in index.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/09/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-1101 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw affecting Photostand version 1.2.0, a web-based photo sharing application. This vulnerability falls under the CWE-79 category of Cross-Site Scripting, which is one of the most prevalent and dangerous web application security flaws. The vulnerability permits remote attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users, potentially enabling unauthorized access to sensitive information, session hijacking, or complete compromise of user accounts. The flaw specifically affects three distinct input vectors within the application's interface.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and output encoding mechanisms within the Photostand application. Attackers can exploit the vulnerability through three primary attack vectors: the message or comment field where users can submit comments, the name field used for user identification, and the q parameter in search functionality within the index.php file. These input points fail to properly sanitize user-supplied data before rendering it within the web page context, allowing malicious scripts to be executed in the browser of unsuspecting victims. The vulnerability is particularly concerning because it affects core user interaction features that are frequently used within the application.
The operational impact of CVE-2007-1101 extends beyond simple script injection, creating potential pathways for more sophisticated attacks within the application ecosystem. When users submit comments or search queries containing malicious scripts, these inputs are stored and subsequently rendered without proper sanitization. This creates a persistent threat vector where any user who views the affected content becomes a potential victim of the stored XSS attack. The vulnerability could enable attackers to steal session cookies, redirect users to malicious sites, or perform actions on behalf of authenticated users. According to ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability maps to T1531 (Account Access Removal) and T1071.001 (Application Layer Protocol: Web Protocols) through the exploitation of web application flaws. The impact is particularly severe in environments where the application handles sensitive user data or serves as a platform for user-generated content.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2007-1101 require immediate implementation of robust input validation and output encoding measures across all user-facing input fields. The application must implement proper HTML entity encoding for all user-supplied content before rendering it within web pages, ensuring that potentially malicious scripts are neutralized. Additionally, developers should implement Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to limit script execution and prevent unauthorized code injection. The fix should include comprehensive sanitization of all input parameters including the message, name, and q parameters, with proper validation against known malicious patterns. Regular security audits and input validation testing should be conducted to prevent similar vulnerabilities from emerging in future releases. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls to provide additional protection against XSS attacks while the core application vulnerabilities are being addressed. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of secure coding practices and input validation in web applications, as outlined in OWASP Top Ten security principles and the CWE database standards for preventing cross-site scripting attacks.