CVE-2008-3516 in Presenter
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in files generated by Adobe Presenter 6 and 7 before 7.0.1 allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors involving (1) viewer.swf and (2) loadflash.js, a different vulnerability than CVE-2008-3515.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/04/2018
Adobe Presenter 6 and 7 versions prior to 7.0.1 contained multiple cross-site scripting vulnerabilities that exposed users to significant security risks through their generated output files. These vulnerabilities specifically affected the viewer.swf and loadflash.js components, which are integral parts of the Adobe Presenter software's runtime environment. The flaws allowed remote attackers to inject malicious web scripts or HTML content through unspecified vectors, creating potential entry points for various attack scenarios. The vulnerabilities were distinct from CVE-2008-3515, indicating separate attack surfaces within the software's architecture. This type of vulnerability falls under CWE-79 which specifically addresses cross-site scripting flaws, making it a critical concern for web application security. The issue stems from inadequate input validation and output encoding within the Flash-based components that process user-generated content, particularly when these components are embedded in web pages or delivered through content management systems. The security implications extend beyond simple script injection, as attackers could potentially leverage these vulnerabilities to perform session hijacking, deface websites, steal sensitive information, or redirect users to malicious domains. The vulnerability affects the software's ability to properly sanitize user inputs before rendering them in the Flash player environment, creating an attack surface where malicious code can be executed in the context of the victim's browser session. According to ATT&CK framework, this represents a technique categorized under T1059.007 for scripting and T1566 for phishing, as attackers could use these vulnerabilities to deliver malicious payloads through seemingly legitimate documents or presentations. The impact is particularly severe in enterprise environments where users may unknowingly open presentations containing malicious content, especially when these documents are shared through email or collaboration platforms. Organizations using Adobe Presenter versions before 7.0.1 should immediately implement mitigations including updating to the patched version, implementing strict content filtering policies, and educating users about the risks of opening untrusted presentations. Additionally, network administrators should consider implementing web application firewalls and monitoring for suspicious script execution patterns, as the vulnerabilities could be exploited through various attack vectors including social engineering campaigns targeting end users. The technical flaw essentially represents a failure in proper input sanitization and output encoding, where user-provided data is not adequately validated before being processed by the Flash runtime components, allowing attackers to inject malicious payloads that execute within the victim's browser context.