CVE-2007-3412 in ClickGallery
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in edit_image.asp in ClickGallery Server 5.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the from parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/04/2018
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-3412 represents a classic cross-site scripting flaw within the ClickGallery Server 5.1 and earlier versions. This security weakness resides in the edit_image.asp component which fails to properly validate or sanitize user input parameters, specifically the 'from' parameter. The vulnerability enables remote attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a victim's browser session, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft. The affected system processes user-supplied input without adequate filtering mechanisms, creating an exploitable condition that violates fundamental web application security principles.
This XSS vulnerability operates through the manipulation of the 'from' parameter within the edit_image.asp script, which accepts unvalidated input from remote users. When the application processes this parameter without proper sanitization, malicious payloads can be injected and subsequently executed by other users who view the affected content. The flaw demonstrates a clear failure in input validation practices and represents a direct violation of secure coding standards. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-79 which specifically addresses cross-site scripting issues in web applications, making it particularly dangerous as it can be exploited to bypass access controls and manipulate web applications.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script injection, as it provides attackers with the capability to perform session hijacking, steal sensitive cookies, redirect users to malicious websites, or even execute arbitrary commands on the victim's browser. Attackers can craft malicious URLs containing script payloads that, when clicked by unsuspecting users, will execute within their browser context. This type of vulnerability particularly affects web applications that handle user-generated content or allow parameter manipulation, as it can be exploited through various attack vectors including phishing emails, compromised websites, or social engineering campaigns. The vulnerability's exploitation does not require special privileges or authentication, making it particularly dangerous for widespread impact.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2007-3412 should focus on implementing robust input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the application. The most effective approach involves sanitizing all user-supplied input parameters before processing, particularly the 'from' parameter in this case, by employing proper encoding techniques such as HTML entity encoding or JavaScript escaping. Organizations should also implement Content Security Policy headers to limit script execution within the application context. The remediation process should include updating to ClickGallery Server versions that address this vulnerability, as well as conducting thorough code reviews to identify similar input validation gaps. Additionally, implementing proper web application firewalls and security monitoring systems can help detect and prevent exploitation attempts, aligning with ATT&CK framework techniques that focus on command and control communications and credential access through web application vulnerabilities.