CVE-2007-5629 in CandyPress Store
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in admin/logon.asp in ShoppingTree CandyPress Store 4.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the msg parameter, a different vector than CVE-2007-2804. 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 • 08/25/2017
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-5629 represents a cross-site scripting flaw within the ShoppingTree CandyPress Store 4.1 content management system specifically affecting the admin/logon.asp component. This weakness enables malicious actors to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML code within the context of authenticated admin sessions, creating a significant security risk for e-commerce operations. The vulnerability manifests through the msg parameter which is not properly sanitized or validated before being rendered in the administrative interface, allowing attackers to inject malicious payloads that can persist and execute when legitimate administrators access the login page.
This XSS vulnerability operates through a classic reflected attack vector where user-supplied input flows directly into the web application's output without adequate encoding or sanitization. The flaw resides in the administrative login page's handling of the msg parameter, which is typically used to display error messages or status notifications to users. When an attacker crafts a malicious URL containing crafted script code within the msg parameter and convinces an administrator to click the link, the malicious code executes in the administrator's browser session, potentially compromising the entire administrative interface and underlying system.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script injection, as it provides attackers with the capability to hijack administrative sessions, modify critical system configurations, and potentially gain full control over the e-commerce platform. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it targets the administrative interface, which typically has elevated privileges and access to sensitive data, user accounts, and system configurations. Attackers could leverage this weakness to perform actions such as changing administrator credentials, modifying product listings, altering pricing information, or even deleting critical database entries.
From a cybersecurity framework perspective, this vulnerability maps directly to CWE-79: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation, which is a fundamental weakness in web application security. The flaw also aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059.007: Command and Scripting Interpreter: JavaScript, as it enables attackers to execute JavaScript code within the victim's browser context. Additionally, the vulnerability demonstrates characteristics of T1566: Phishing, since attackers would likely need to deliver malicious payloads through social engineering tactics to convince administrators to click infected links. The security implications are compounded by the fact that this vulnerability affects a critical administrative component, making it a high-value target for attackers seeking persistent access to e-commerce systems.
The recommended mitigations for this vulnerability include implementing proper input validation and output encoding for all user-supplied parameters, particularly those used in administrative interfaces. Organizations should deploy comprehensive web application firewalls that can detect and block XSS attack patterns, while also implementing Content Security Policy headers to prevent execution of unauthorized scripts. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application components. Additionally, administrators should be educated about phishing risks and the importance of verifying URLs before clicking on suspicious links, as the attack vector often relies on social engineering to deliver malicious payloads. Patch management procedures should be established to ensure timely deployment of security updates for the CandyPress Store platform.