CVE-2008-3482 in Bb Hcm581
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the error page feature in Panasonic Network Camera BL-C111, BL-C131, BB-HCM511, BB-HCM531, BB-HCM580, BB-HCM581, BB-HCM527, and BB-HCM515 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/24/2017
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-3482 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw within the error page functionality of several Panasonic network camera models including the BL-C111, BL-C131, and various BB-HCM series devices. This weakness resides in the cameras' web interface implementation where error messages are displayed to users, creating an attack surface that malicious actors can exploit to execute arbitrary code within the context of a victim's browser session. The vulnerability specifically affects the handling of error page content, where user-supplied input is not properly sanitized before being rendered back to the browser.
The technical exploitation of this XSS vulnerability occurs through unspecified vectors that typically involve manipulating input parameters or request data sent to the camera's web server. When the camera encounters an error condition, it generates an error page that displays information about the error, including potentially user-provided data. If this data contains malicious script code, the camera's web interface fails to properly escape or filter the input before rendering it in the browser context. This allows attackers to inject HTML or JavaScript code that executes in the victim's browser when they view the error page, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or redirection to malicious sites.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script injection as it fundamentally compromises the security model of these network cameras. Attackers can leverage this flaw to gain persistent access to camera feeds, manipulate camera settings, or redirect users to phishing sites designed to capture authentication credentials. The vulnerability affects multiple camera models within the Panasonic network camera line, indicating a systemic issue in the web application framework used across these devices, which could potentially allow attackers to establish persistent backdoors or execute more sophisticated attacks against the network infrastructure. This type of vulnerability particularly impacts organizations relying on these cameras for security monitoring, as it undermines the integrity of the surveillance system and creates potential entry points for broader network compromise.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should focus on implementing proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms within the camera's web interface. Organizations should ensure that all user-supplied data is properly escaped before being rendered in error pages or any other web interface elements. The implementation of Content Security Policy headers and proper sanitization of all dynamic content can significantly reduce the risk of successful XSS exploitation. Additionally, network segmentation and access controls should be implemented to limit exposure of these devices to untrusted networks. This vulnerability aligns with CWE-79 which specifically addresses cross-site scripting flaws in web applications, and follows attack patterns documented in the ATT&CK framework under web application attacks, particularly those involving client-side code injection techniques. Regular firmware updates and security assessments should be conducted to address similar vulnerabilities that may exist in other networked devices within the organization's infrastructure.