CVE-2007-2310 in BloofoxCMS
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in plugins/spaw/img_popup.php in BloofoxCMS 0.2.2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the img_url parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/22/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-2310 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw within BloofoxCMS version 0.2.2, specifically affecting the plugins/spaw/img_popup.php component. This issue enables remote attackers to execute malicious scripts within the context of other users' browsers, potentially leading to unauthorized actions and data compromise. The vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization of the img_url parameter, which is processed without proper security measures to prevent malicious code injection.
The technical implementation of this flaw occurs within the image popup functionality of the CMS's SPAW plugin system. When users interact with the image management features, the img_url parameter is directly incorporated into the page output without appropriate HTML escaping or validation. This creates an environment where attackers can craft malicious URLs containing script tags or other harmful HTML content that gets executed when the page renders. The vulnerability falls under CWE-79 which specifically addresses cross-site scripting weaknesses in web applications, representing one of the most common and dangerous web application security flaws.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution, as it can enable attackers to perform various malicious activities including session hijacking, credential theft, and data exfiltration. An attacker could inject scripts that steal user cookies, redirect victims to phishing sites, or even modify content on the affected website. The remote nature of this attack means that exploitation does not require physical access to the system or knowledge of the internal network structure, making it particularly dangerous for web applications. This vulnerability directly aligns with ATT&CK technique T1566 which covers the use of malicious web content to gain initial access or maintain persistence.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2007-2310 should focus on immediate input validation and output encoding measures. The most effective approach involves implementing proper HTML escaping for all user-supplied input before rendering it within the page context. Additionally, developers should employ Content Security Policy headers to restrict script execution and implement proper parameter validation that rejects suspicious input patterns. The vulnerability highlights the importance of secure coding practices and input sanitization, particularly in web applications that process user-generated content. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls and regular security assessments to identify similar vulnerabilities in their systems. The fix requires updating the affected plugin component to properly sanitize the img_url parameter and ensure that all user input is validated against a strict whitelist of acceptable characters and formats.