CVE-2008-7231 in Document
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Meridio Document and Records Management before 4.3 SR1 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the Title field in a (1) document (subGeneralProps:dmpvDocTitle:PROP_W_title) or (2) container (subGeneralProps:dmpvContainerTitle:PROP_W_title).
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/22/2017
This cross-site scripting vulnerability exists in Meridio Document and Records Management software prior to version 4.3 SR1, representing a critical security flaw that enables remote authenticated attackers to execute malicious web scripts within the context of affected systems. The vulnerability specifically targets the Title field within both document and container objects, exploiting weak input validation mechanisms that fail to properly sanitize user-supplied data before rendering it in web interfaces. The affected parameters include subGeneralProps:dmpvDocTitle:PROP_W_title for document titles and subGeneralProps:dmpvContainerTitle:PROP_W_title for container titles, demonstrating that the flaw permeates core content management functionalities.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate output encoding and input validation practices within the application's web interface components. When authenticated users submit content containing malicious script code into the Title fields, the system fails to properly escape or encode special characters that could be interpreted as HTML or JavaScript commands. This allows attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML content that executes in the browsers of other users who view the affected documents or containers. The vulnerability operates at the application layer and requires authentication, making it a persistent threat within environments where legitimate users have access to the document management system.
Operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script injection, as it can be leveraged for more sophisticated attacks including session hijacking, credential theft, and redirection to malicious websites. Attackers can craft malicious titles that, when viewed by other users, execute scripts that steal session cookies or redirect users to phishing sites. The vulnerability affects the core document and container management functionalities, potentially compromising the integrity of organizational records and enabling unauthorized access to sensitive information. Organizations relying on Meridio for document management face significant risks to their information security posture, particularly in environments where the application handles confidential or regulated data.
Mitigation strategies should focus on implementing comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms to prevent malicious code injection. Organizations should immediately upgrade to Meridio Document and Records Management version 4.3 SR1 or later, which contains patches addressing this vulnerability. Additionally, implementing proper HTML escaping for all user-supplied content in web interfaces, enforcing strict content security policies, and conducting regular security testing of web applications can help prevent similar vulnerabilities. This vulnerability aligns with CWE-79 Cross-site Scripting and follows ATT&CK technique T1566.001 for credential access through phishing, highlighting the importance of proper input sanitization and output encoding in web application security.