CVE-2014-9364 in LoginToboggan
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Unified Login form in the LoginToboggan module 7.x-1.x before 7.x-1.4 for Drupal allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/03/2018
The CVE-2014-9364 vulnerability represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw within the LoginToboggan module for Drupal 7.x-1.x versions prior to 7.x-1.4. This vulnerability specifically targets the Unified Login form functionality, which serves as a central authentication interface for Drupal websites utilizing the LoginToboggan module. The module's primary purpose is to provide enhanced login capabilities including features like login redirection, account creation, and unified authentication flows. The vulnerability arises from insufficient input validation and output sanitization mechanisms within the login form processing logic, creating an exploitable condition where malicious actors can inject malicious scripts or HTML content.
The technical nature of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-79, which categorizes cross-site scripting as a code injection flaw occurring when untrusted data is incorporated into web pages without proper validation or sanitization. Attackers can leverage this weakness through unspecified vectors that likely involve manipulating form fields or URL parameters that are processed by the LoginToboggan module. The vulnerability's impact extends beyond simple script injection as it can enable attackers to execute malicious code in the context of the victim's browser, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or redirection to malicious sites. The attack surface is particularly concerning given that login forms typically handle sensitive user data and are frequently accessed by legitimate users, making them prime targets for exploitation.
The operational impact of CVE-2014-9364 is substantial for Drupal websites running vulnerable versions of the LoginToboggan module. Successful exploitation could allow attackers to steal user sessions, capture login credentials, or redirect users to phishing sites that appear legitimate. This vulnerability undermines the fundamental security of the authentication system, potentially compromising the entire website if attackers can leverage the XSS to gain elevated privileges or access sensitive user information. The vulnerability's presence in the login form processing pipeline means that any user interacting with the site could become a victim, including administrators with elevated privileges. The risk is further amplified because the LoginToboggan module is commonly used across various Drupal installations, making this vulnerability widespread and attractive to automated attack tools.
Organizations affected by this vulnerability should immediately upgrade to LoginToboggan version 7.x-1.4 or later, which includes proper input validation and output sanitization measures to prevent XSS injection. Security administrators should also implement additional defensive measures such as content security policies, input validation at multiple layers, and regular security audits of custom modules. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of maintaining up-to-date security patches and following the principle of least privilege in web application security. From an ATT&CK framework perspective, this vulnerability maps to techniques involving code injection and credential access, potentially enabling adversaries to move laterally within compromised systems. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls and monitoring for suspicious input patterns that could indicate exploitation attempts, as the vulnerability's impact extends beyond immediate script execution to potential long-term compromise of user sessions and system integrity.