CVE-2008-0444 in ELOG
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Electronic Logbook (ELOG) before 2.7.0 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via subtext parameter to unspecified components.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/15/2018
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-0444 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw within the Electronic Logbook (ELOG) system prior to version 2.7.0. This vulnerability exposes the system to remote code execution risks through malicious web script injection, specifically targeting the subtext parameter within unspecified components of the application. The Electronic Logbook system, designed for logging and tracking activities, becomes susceptible to attacker-controlled content injection when user-supplied input is not properly sanitized or validated.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker submits malicious content through the subtext parameter, which is then processed by unspecified components within the ELOG application. This flaw stems from inadequate input validation mechanisms that fail to properly sanitize user-provided data before it is rendered in web pages. The vulnerability falls under CWE-79, which specifically addresses cross-site scripting vulnerabilities, and aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059.001 for command and scripting interpreter. The attack vector allows remote adversaries to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of other users who view the affected content, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or further system compromise.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script injection, as it enables attackers to manipulate the application's behavior and potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive information. When users interact with the compromised ELOG system, they may unknowingly execute malicious code that can capture session cookies, redirect them to phishing sites, or perform actions on their behalf. The vulnerability affects the integrity and confidentiality of the system, as unauthorized parties can inject content that modifies the application's functionality or displays misleading information to end users.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2008-0444 should prioritize immediate patching of the ELOG system to version 2.7.0 or later, which contains the necessary security fixes. Organizations should implement comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms to prevent similar vulnerabilities from occurring in other application components. Security measures should include regular security assessments, proper parameter validation, and the implementation of Content Security Policies to limit script execution. Additionally, the principle of least privilege should be enforced, ensuring that user inputs are properly sanitized before being processed or displayed within the application interface. Network monitoring solutions should be deployed to detect anomalous traffic patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts, while security awareness training should be provided to users to recognize potential XSS attack vectors.