CVE-2008-1331 in OmniPCX
Summary
by MITRE
cgi-data/FastJSData.cgi in OmniPCX Office with Internet Access services OXO210 before 210/091.001, OXO600 before 610/014.001, and other versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands and "obtain OXO resources" via shell metacharacters in the id2 parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/24/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-1331 represents a critical command injection flaw within the OmniPCX Office (OXO) communication platform's web interface component. This vulnerability specifically affects the FastJSData.cgi script located in the cgi-data directory of various OXO versions including OXO210 prior to 210/091.001 and OXO600 prior to 610/014.001. The flaw stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization mechanisms within the web application's parameter handling system, creating an avenue for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through the manipulation of the id2 parameter within the FastJSData.cgi script. When an attacker submits shell metacharacters as part of the id2 parameter value, the application fails to properly sanitize or escape these inputs before processing them. This allows the malicious input to be interpreted and executed as shell commands by the underlying operating system. The vulnerability falls under the CWE-77 category of Command Injection, which is classified as a high-severity issue in the Common Weakness Enumeration catalog. The attack vector is remote and does not require authentication, making it particularly dangerous as it can be exploited by anyone with access to the vulnerable web interface.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple command execution to include complete system compromise and unauthorized access to OXO resources. Successful exploitation enables attackers to gain full control over the affected OmniPCX Office systems, potentially allowing them to install backdoors, modify system configurations, access sensitive data, and escalate privileges within the network. The ability to "obtain OXO resources" suggests that attackers could access proprietary communication data, user credentials, or other system resources that would otherwise be restricted. This vulnerability directly maps to several ATT&CK techniques including T1059.001 for command and script interpreter, T1068 for exploit for privilege escalation, and T1566 for credential harvesting through social engineering or system compromise.
Organizations affected by this vulnerability should immediately implement mitigations including patching to the latest available versions of OmniPCX Office that address this specific command injection flaw. Network segmentation and firewall rules should be configured to restrict access to the vulnerable web interface components, limiting exposure to only authorized personnel. Input validation and sanitization should be enhanced across all web applications to prevent similar vulnerabilities from occurring in other components. The implementation of web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems can help detect and block malicious payloads attempting to exploit this vulnerability. Additionally, security monitoring should be enhanced to detect unusual command execution patterns or unauthorized access attempts to OXO resources. Regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify and remediate similar weaknesses in the communication infrastructure. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of proper input validation and the potential for remote code execution to lead to complete system compromise in enterprise communication platforms.