CVE-2010-5050 in ADManager Plus
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in jsp/admin/tools/remote_share.jsp in ManageEngine ADManager Plus 4.4.0 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the computerName parameter. 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 • 11/26/2021
This cross-site scripting vulnerability exists in ManageEngine ADManager Plus version 4.4.0 within the remote_share.jsp administrative tool component. The flaw specifically affects the computerName parameter which is processed without proper input validation or output encoding, creating an avenue for malicious actors to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML code within the context of other users' browsers. The vulnerability resides in the administrative interface at jsp/admin/tools/remote_share.jsp, making it accessible to authenticated users who have access to this specific tool within the application's management console.
The technical implementation of this XSS vulnerability stems from insufficient sanitization of user-supplied input parameters. When the computerName parameter is submitted through the web interface, the application fails to properly escape or encode the input before rendering it back to the user's browser. This allows attackers to inject malicious payloads that execute in the context of other authenticated users who view the affected page. The vulnerability represents a classic reflected XSS flaw where the malicious script is reflected off the web server and executed in the victim's browser. According to CWE standards, this maps to CWE-79 which describes improper neutralization of input during web output, and specifically relates to CWE-79-212 which addresses cross-site scripting vulnerabilities in web applications.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution as it enables attackers to potentially escalate privileges and access sensitive administrative functions within the ADManager Plus environment. An attacker could craft malicious payloads that steal session cookies, redirect users to phishing sites, or even execute commands within the context of the application. The vulnerability is particularly concerning because it exists within the administrative tools section of the application, meaning that successful exploitation could provide attackers with elevated privileges and access to the underlying Active Directory management features. The attack vector requires minimal privileges as the vulnerability is accessible through the web interface, making it a significant risk for organizations that rely on this platform for directory services management.
Organizations should immediately implement mitigations including input validation and output encoding for all parameters processed by the remote_share.jsp component. The recommended approach involves implementing strict input sanitization that filters out or encodes potentially dangerous characters such as angle brackets, quotes, and script tags. Additionally, implementing proper output encoding when displaying user-supplied data in web pages prevents malicious scripts from executing in the browser context. Organizations should also consider implementing Content Security Policy headers to limit script execution and prevent unauthorized code injection. According to ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability aligns with T1059.007 which covers scripting through web shell exploitation, and T1566 which addresses social engineering through malicious web content. Regular security assessments and input validation testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components of the application. Patch management procedures should be established to ensure timely updates are applied to address known vulnerabilities in third-party applications like ManageEngine ADManager Plus.