CVE-2014-4312 in Epicor Enterprise
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Epicor Enterprise 7.4 before FS74SP6_HotfixTL054181 allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the (1) Notes section to Order details; (2) Description section to "Order to consume"; (3) Favorites name section to Favorites; (4) FiltKeyword parameter to Procurement/EKPHTML/search_item_bt.asp; (5) Act parameter to Procurement/EKPHTML/EnterpriseManager/Budget/ImportBudget_fr.asp; (6) hdnOpener or (7) hdnApproverFieldName parameter to Procurement/EKPHTML/EnterpriseManager/UserSearchDlg.asp; or (8) INTEGRATED parameter to Procurement/EKPHTML/EnterpriseManager/Codes.asp.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/17/2024
The CVE-2014-4312 vulnerability represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw affecting Epicor Enterprise 7.4 prior to FS74SP6_HotfixTL054181 versions. This vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization mechanisms within the web application's user interface components, specifically targeting multiple entry points where user-supplied data is directly rendered without proper security controls. The flaw manifests across several distinct modules within the procurement and order management sections of the Epicor Enterprise platform, creating multiple attack vectors for malicious actors seeking to exploit the system.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability follows CWE-79 patterns, where insufficient validation of user-provided input allows malicious scripts to be executed within the context of other users' browsers. Attackers can leverage this weakness by injecting malicious HTML or JavaScript code through various parameters including Notes section fields, Description fields, Favorites name sections, and multiple parameters in the procurement search and user management modules. The vulnerability specifically targets the FiltKeyword parameter in search_item_bt.asp, Act parameter in ImportBudget_fr.asp, and various hidden field parameters in UserSearchDlg.asp and Codes.asp components. These attack vectors demonstrate a systemic failure in input sanitization across the application's web interface components.
The operational impact of CVE-2014-4312 extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could enable attackers to perform session hijacking, steal sensitive business data, manipulate order processing workflows, and potentially escalate privileges within the enterprise system. The vulnerability affects critical procurement and order management functionalities, making it particularly dangerous for organizations relying on Epicor Enterprise for business-critical operations. Attackers could exploit these weaknesses to inject malicious scripts that persist in the system's database, creating long-term security risks that could affect multiple users and sessions. The attack surface includes not only the procurement modules but also user management and budget processing components, amplifying the potential damage.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should focus on implementing comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms across all user-facing web interfaces. Organizations should immediately apply the vendor-provided hotfix FS74SP6_HotfixTL054181 or equivalent security patches to address the identified weaknesses. Additional protective measures include implementing proper content security policies, conducting regular security code reviews, and establishing robust input sanitization routines that follow OWASP Top Ten guidelines. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of maintaining up-to-date security patches and implementing defense-in-depth strategies that protect against multiple attack vectors simultaneously. Security teams should also consider implementing web application firewalls and monitoring for suspicious parameter values that could indicate attempted exploitation attempts.