CVE-2011-1427 in InSite
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Kodak InSite 5.5.2 allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the (1) Language parameter to Pages/login.aspx, (2) HeaderWarning parameter to Troubleshooting/DiagnosticReport.asp, or (3) User-Agent header to troubleshooting/speedtest.asp.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/22/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2011-1427 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw affecting Kodak InSite 5.5.2 software, which operates within the cybersecurity domain of enterprise imaging and document management systems. This vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization mechanisms within the web application's authentication and diagnostic components, creating exploitable entry points that could compromise user sessions and system integrity.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability manifests through three distinct attack vectors that exploit the application's failure to properly sanitize user-supplied input. The first vector targets the Language parameter in Pages/login.aspx, where an attacker can inject malicious scripts through the language selection interface. The second vector exploits the HeaderWarning parameter within Troubleshooting/DiagnosticReport.asp, allowing injection attacks through diagnostic report generation functionality. The third vector targets the User-Agent header in troubleshooting/speedtest.asp, demonstrating how HTTP headers can serve as attack surfaces when not properly validated. These vulnerabilities align with CWE-79, which specifically addresses cross-site scripting flaws in web applications, and represent a classic example of insufficient input sanitization that violates fundamental web security principles.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script injection, potentially enabling attackers to execute malicious code within the context of authenticated user sessions. Attackers could leverage these vulnerabilities to steal session cookies, perform unauthorized actions on behalf of users, or redirect victims to malicious websites. The presence of multiple attack vectors increases the attack surface and makes exploitation more likely, as attackers can target different components of the application without requiring specific conditions. This vulnerability particularly affects enterprise environments where Kodak InSite systems manage sensitive document workflows and user authentication, potentially compromising business continuity and data integrity.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2011-1427 should focus on implementing comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms across all affected application components. Organizations should deploy web application firewalls to detect and block malicious payloads, while also implementing proper parameter validation for all user-supplied inputs including HTTP headers. The remediation process requires thorough code review and input sanitization of all parameters, with particular attention to the authentication and troubleshooting modules. Additionally, implementing Content Security Policy headers and regular security testing can provide defense-in-depth measures against similar vulnerabilities, aligning with ATT&CK technique T1059.001 for command and script injection. System administrators should also consider applying vendor patches when available and maintaining updated security monitoring to detect potential exploitation attempts.