CVE-2008-7035 in phpRaider
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in an unspecified component in Simple Machines phpRaider 1.0.7 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the resistance field. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/22/2018
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-7035 represents a cross-site scripting flaw within the Simple Machines phpRaider 1.0.7 application, specifically affecting an unspecified component that processes user input through the resistance field parameter. This type of vulnerability falls under the broader category of web application security flaws that enable malicious actors to execute unauthorized scripts in the context of other users' browsers. The attack vector leverages the lack of proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms within the application's data processing pipeline, creating a pathway for remote code execution through web-based malicious payloads.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from insufficient sanitization of user-supplied data in the resistance field, which serves as an entry point for attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code or HTML content. When the application processes this input without adequate filtering or encoding, it inadvertently executes the injected payload within the victim's browser context. This flaw aligns with CWE-79 which specifically addresses Cross-Site Scripting vulnerabilities where applications fail to properly validate or encode user-controllable data before incorporating it into dynamically generated web content. The vulnerability's classification as a remote attack vector indicates that no local access or authentication is required for exploitation, making it particularly dangerous in web environments where users interact with the application through standard web browsers.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script injection, potentially enabling attackers to perform session hijacking, deface web pages, steal sensitive information, or redirect users to malicious websites. The consequences are amplified by the fact that phpRaider is a web-based application designed for community interaction and data sharing, making it susceptible to widespread exploitation across multiple user sessions. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to establish persistent access to user accounts, manipulate application data, or use the compromised system as a launch point for further attacks within the network infrastructure. The vulnerability's presence in version 1.0.7 suggests that the application's security mechanisms were insufficiently implemented or tested, potentially indicating broader architectural weaknesses in the codebase's input handling processes.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability must focus on implementing comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the application's data flow. The most effective remediation involves sanitizing all user-supplied input through proper encoding techniques such as HTML entity encoding, JavaScript escaping, and implementing Content Security Policies to prevent unauthorized script execution. Organizations should also consider implementing proper parameter validation, input length restrictions, and regular security code reviews to identify similar vulnerabilities. The remediation process should follow established security frameworks and best practices, including regular updates to the application software to ensure that known vulnerabilities are addressed through patches and security releases. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems can provide additional layers of protection against exploitation attempts while the core security flaws are being addressed through proper code modifications and security hardening measures.