CVE-2008-6295 in Camera Life
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Camera Life 2.6.2b8 allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the q parameter to (1) search.php and (2) rss.php; the query string after the image name in (3) photos/photo; the path parameter to (4) folder.php; page parameter and REQUEST_URI to (5) login.php; ver parameter to (6) media.php; theme parameter to (7) modules/iconset/iconset-debug.php; and the REQUEST_URI to (8) index.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/29/2017
The vulnerability described in CVE-2008-6295 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw affecting Camera Life 2.6.2b8, a web-based photo management application. This vulnerability falls under the CWE-79 category of Cross-Site Scripting, which is one of the most prevalent and dangerous web application security flaws. The vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and output encoding mechanisms within the application's handling of user-supplied parameters across multiple endpoints, creating multiple attack vectors that collectively expose the system to remote code execution through malicious script injection.
The technical flaw manifests through improper sanitization of user input in various parameter fields throughout the Camera Life application interface. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating the q parameter in search.php and rss.php endpoints, where search queries are processed without adequate filtering. Additionally, the vulnerability extends to the photos/photo endpoint where query strings following image names are not properly escaped, the folder.php endpoint where path parameters remain unfiltered, and multiple login.php endpoints including page parameter and REQUEST_URI handling. The exploitation also encompasses media.php through the ver parameter and modules/iconset/iconset-debug.php through theme parameter manipulation, with index.php being vulnerable via REQUEST_URI handling. These multiple vectors create a comprehensive attack surface that allows malicious actors to inject arbitrary HTML and JavaScript code into the application's response.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe and multifaceted, as it enables attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of authenticated users' browsers. This creates potential for session hijacking, credential theft, data exfiltration, and the deployment of additional malicious payloads. The vulnerability specifically targets the application's search functionality and user interface components, making it particularly dangerous for users who may unknowingly click on malicious links or visit compromised pages. Given that Camera Life is designed for photo sharing and management, attackers could exploit these vulnerabilities to deface websites, steal user credentials, or redirect users to phishing sites. The widespread nature of the affected endpoints increases the probability of successful exploitation and makes it difficult for administrators to fully mitigate the risk through selective patching.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should focus on implementing comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms across all affected endpoints. The primary defense involves sanitizing all user-supplied input through proper parameter validation and HTML encoding before processing or displaying any content. Organizations should implement Content Security Policy headers to limit script execution and prevent unauthorized code injection. Regular security audits and input validation testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application components. Additionally, the application should be updated to a patched version that properly handles all parameter inputs, as the vulnerability affects core functionality of the web application's user interface and search capabilities. The remediation approach should align with security frameworks such as OWASP Top 10 and NIST cybersecurity guidelines, emphasizing the importance of secure coding practices and input validation in preventing XSS vulnerabilities.