CVE-2009-1792 in S3DPlayer StandAlone
Summary
by MITRE
The system.openURL function in StoneTrip Ston3D StandalonePlayer (aka S3DPlayer StandAlone) 1.6.2.4 and 1.7.0.1 and WebPlayer (aka S3DPlayer Web) 1.6.0.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the first argument (the sURL argument).
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/10/2017
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2009-1792 represents a critical command injection flaw within the StoneTrip Ston3D StandalonePlayer and WebPlayer software versions 1.6.2.4, 1.7.0.1, and 1.6.0.0 respectively. This security weakness resides in the system.openURL function which is designed to handle URL operations but fails to properly sanitize input parameters, creating an avenue for malicious exploitation. The vulnerability specifically affects the sURL argument which is the first parameter passed to this function, allowing attackers to inject shell metacharacters that can be interpreted and executed by the underlying operating system.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization within the StoneTrip player applications. When the system.openURL function processes the sURL argument, it does not adequately filter or escape special shell characters such as semicolons, ampersands, or backticks that could be used to chain additional commands. This primitive form of input handling creates a direct pathway for command injection attacks where remote attackers can execute arbitrary system commands with the privileges of the running application. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-77 which specifically addresses command injection flaws in software applications that improperly handle user-supplied input.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe and far-reaching within environments where these player applications are deployed. Remote attackers can leverage this weakness to gain unauthorized access to the underlying system, potentially leading to complete system compromise. The vulnerability enables attackers to execute malicious commands such as spawning reverse shells, downloading additional malware, modifying system files, or even establishing persistent backdoors. Given that these applications are designed for multimedia content delivery, the attack surface expands to include web-based environments where users may unknowingly trigger malicious code execution through crafted URLs. This vulnerability particularly affects organizations deploying these players for educational, entertainment, or business purposes, creating risk for data breaches, system compromise, and potential lateral movement within network infrastructures.
The exploitation of this vulnerability directly maps to several techniques described in the MITRE ATT&CK framework, specifically targeting the Execution and Command and Control tactics. Attackers can utilize this weakness as part of initial access vectors, leveraging the ability to execute arbitrary commands to establish footholds within target environments. The vulnerability also enables privilege escalation scenarios where attackers can execute commands with elevated system privileges depending on how the player applications are configured and deployed. Organizations should consider implementing network segmentation, input validation measures, and regular security updates to mitigate this risk. The recommended mitigations include immediate patching of affected versions, implementing strict input validation for all URL parameters, and deploying network monitoring solutions to detect suspicious command execution patterns. Additionally, security awareness training for administrators and developers regarding secure coding practices can help prevent similar vulnerabilities in future implementations.