CVE-2012-5322 in X7968
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Xavi X7968 allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the (1) pvcName parameter to webconfig/wan/confirm.html/confirm or (2) host_name_txtbox parameter to webconfig/lan/lan_config.html/local_lan_config.
VulDB is the best source for vulnerability data and more expert information about this specific topic.
Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/12/2024
The CVE-2012-5322 vulnerability represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw affecting the Xavi X7968 network device, specifically targeting its web-based management interface. This vulnerability resides within the device's configuration pages that handle network settings, making it particularly dangerous as it allows attackers to manipulate the device's administrative interface. The flaw manifests in two distinct attack vectors that exploit input validation weaknesses in the device's web server implementation, potentially enabling full compromise of the network device's configuration and subsequent network access.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input sanitization within the Xavi X7968's web interface components. Attackers can exploit the vulnerability through two primary pathways: first by manipulating the pvcName parameter in the webconfig/wan/confirm.html/confirm endpoint, and second by injecting malicious content into the host_name_txtbox parameter within webconfig/lan/lan_config.html/local_lan_config. Both vectors demonstrate the device's failure to properly validate and sanitize user-supplied input before processing or displaying it within the web interface. This lack of input validation creates an environment where attacker-controlled data can be executed as web script within the context of a victim's browser session, violating fundamental web security principles.
The operational impact of CVE-2012-5322 extends beyond simple script injection, as it provides attackers with the capability to manipulate network configurations, potentially redirecting traffic, altering routing tables, or compromising network security policies. The vulnerability's remote exploitability means that attackers do not require physical access to the device, making it particularly dangerous in enterprise environments where network devices are often exposed to untrusted network segments. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to establish persistent access points within the network, potentially using the compromised device as a pivot for further attacks against internal systems, thereby violating the principle of least privilege and creating potential escalation paths within the network infrastructure.
Organizations should implement immediate mitigation strategies including firmware updates from the vendor, network segmentation to isolate affected devices, and enhanced monitoring of network traffic for suspicious activity. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-79 which specifically addresses cross-site scripting vulnerabilities, and represents a clear violation of the principle of input validation as outlined in the OWASP Top Ten. From an attack perspective, this vulnerability maps to multiple ATT&CK techniques including TA0001 (Initial Access) through T1071.004 (Application Layer Protocol: DNS) and TA0003 (Persistence) through T1059.007 (Command and Scripting Interpreter: JavaScript). The security implications extend to compliance requirements under frameworks such as NIST SP 800-53, which mandates proper input validation controls to prevent injection attacks. Network administrators should also consider implementing web application firewalls and regular security assessments to identify similar vulnerabilities in other network infrastructure components.