CVE-2010-0320 in Glitter Central Script
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in submitlink.php in Glitter Central Script allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the catid parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/21/2017
The CVE-2010-0320 vulnerability represents a classic cross-site scripting flaw within the Glitter Central Script web application, specifically affecting the submitlink.php component. This security weakness resides in how the application processes user input through the catid parameter, creating an avenue for malicious actors to execute unauthorized code within the context of other users' browsers. The vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and output sanitization mechanisms that fail to properly escape or filter potentially harmful content before it is rendered back to end users.
This XSS vulnerability operates under CWE-79 which categorizes it as a weakness related to improper neutralization of input during web output. The flaw allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML content through the catid parameter, which when processed by the vulnerable script could be executed in the browsers of unsuspecting users who visit affected pages. The attack vector is particularly concerning because it requires no authentication or privileged access, making it accessible to anyone who can interact with the vulnerable web application interface. The vulnerability demonstrates a failure in the principle of least privilege and proper input validation, as the application does not adequately sanitize user-supplied data before incorporating it into dynamic web content.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script injection, as it enables attackers to perform various malicious activities including session hijacking, credential theft, defacement of web content, and redirection to phishing sites. When exploited, the XSS flaw can compromise user sessions, allowing attackers to impersonate legitimate users and potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive data or functionality within the web application. The vulnerability affects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the web application by creating opportunities for unauthorized data manipulation and access. According to ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability maps to T1059.001 (Command and Scripting Interpreter: PowerShell) and T1566.001 (Phishing: Spearphishing Attachment) through the potential for malicious script execution and user deception techniques.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2010-0320 should focus on implementing robust input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the application. The primary defense involves sanitizing all user input parameters including the catid parameter through proper HTML escaping and context-appropriate encoding before rendering any user-supplied content. Organizations should implement Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to limit script execution and prevent unauthorized code injection. Additionally, the application should employ proper parameter validation techniques and avoid directly incorporating user input into dynamic web content without adequate sanitization. Security patches should be applied immediately to update the Glitter Central Script to versions that address this vulnerability, as the flaw represents a critical security risk that could be exploited in real-world scenarios. Regular security audits and input validation testing should be conducted to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities in the web application's codebase.