CVE-2007-4813 in Domino Blogsphere
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Domino Blogsphere 3.01 Beta 7 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the name field. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/02/2017
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-4813 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw within IBM Domino Blogsphere 3.01 Beta 7, classified under CWE-79 as Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation. This vulnerability exists in the web application's handling of user input within the name field, creating a pathway for remote attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of other users' browsers. The flaw specifically manifests when the application fails to properly sanitize or escape user-supplied data before rendering it in web pages, allowing attackers to inject arbitrary HTML or JavaScript code that gets executed by victim browsers.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through the manipulation of the name field parameter, which serves as an entry point for attackers to inject malicious payloads. When a user submits data containing script tags or other malicious code through this field, the application processes the input without adequate validation or sanitization measures. This processing failure creates an XSS vector that enables attackers to perform various malicious activities including session hijacking, credential theft, defacement of content, or redirection to malicious sites. The vulnerability's classification as a remote attack vector means that exploitation can occur without requiring local system access or user interaction beyond visiting a compromised page.
The operational impact of CVE-2007-4813 extends beyond simple data corruption or display issues, as it fundamentally compromises the security model of the Domino Blogsphere application. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code in the context of authenticated users, potentially gaining access to sensitive information or performing unauthorized actions within the application. The vulnerability affects the integrity and confidentiality of user data, as malicious scripts can capture keystrokes, steal session cookies, or modify content displayed to other users. Organizations utilizing this version of Domino Blogsphere face significant risk of data breaches, reputational damage, and potential compliance violations if this vulnerability remains unaddressed.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2007-4813 should focus on implementing comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms to prevent malicious code execution. Organizations must ensure that all user-supplied data undergoes proper sanitization before being rendered in web pages, utilizing techniques such as HTML entity encoding, content security policies, and strict input validation. The implementation of proper web application security measures including the use of secure coding practices, regular security testing, and maintaining updated application versions should be prioritized. Additionally, organizations should consider deploying web application firewalls and monitoring systems to detect and prevent exploitation attempts. According to ATT&CK framework category T1190, this vulnerability falls under the technique of Exploit Public-Facing Application, highlighting the need for organizations to maintain robust security postures for all publicly accessible web applications. The vulnerability also aligns with CWE-79's emphasis on preventing improper neutralization of input during web page generation, underscoring the critical importance of proper data sanitization in web applications. Given the age of this vulnerability and the specific version affected, organizations should prioritize upgrading to supported versions of Domino Blogsphere or implementing compensating controls to mitigate the risk of exploitation.