CVE-2007-1506 in Application Server Portal
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in PORTAL.wwv_main.render_warning_screen in the Oracle Portal 10g allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the (1) p_oldurl and (2) p_newurl parameters.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/15/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-1506 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw within Oracle Portal 10g, specifically within the PORTAL.wwv_main.render_warning_screen component. This vulnerability exposes the application to remote code execution through malicious script injection, creating a significant security risk for organizations utilizing this version of Oracle Portal. The flaw manifests when the application fails to properly sanitize user input parameters, particularly those related to URL redirection functionality.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability occurs through the improper handling of two specific parameters: p_oldurl and p_newurl within the render_warning_screen function. When these parameters are processed without adequate input validation or output encoding, malicious actors can inject arbitrary HTML or JavaScript code that executes in the context of other users' browsers. This creates a classic XSS attack vector where the injected scripts can perform actions such as stealing session cookies, redirecting users to malicious sites, or defacing web pages. The vulnerability falls under CWE-79 which specifically addresses Cross-Site Scripting flaws in software applications.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability can lead to severe consequences including unauthorized access to user sessions, data theft, and complete compromise of the application's security model. Attackers could leverage this flaw to impersonate legitimate users, access sensitive information, or manipulate the portal's functionality. The remote nature of the attack means that exploitation can occur from anywhere on the internet without requiring local system access, making it particularly dangerous for web-facing applications. Organizations may experience reputational damage, regulatory compliance issues, and potential financial losses due to successful exploitation attempts.
The mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should prioritize immediate patching of Oracle Portal 10g installations with the vendor-provided security updates. Organizations should implement comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms to prevent similar issues in other components of their applications. Network segmentation and web application firewalls can provide additional layers of protection while patches are being deployed. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this type of vulnerability under T1566 - Phishing, as attackers can use XSS to redirect users to malicious sites or steal credentials. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify and remediate similar input validation issues throughout the application stack. Organizations should also consider implementing Content Security Policy headers and other browser-based security controls to limit the impact of potential XSS attacks.