CVE-2015-10059 in Webapplication-Veganguide
Summary
by MITRE • 01/17/2023
A vulnerability has been found in s134328 Webapplication-Veganguide and classified as problematic. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file p05-integration/app/shared/api/apiService.js. The manipulation of the argument country/city leads to cross site scripting. The attack can be initiated remotely. The name of the patch is 2aa760fa4e779e40a28206a32ac22ac10356f519. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-218416.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/08/2023
This vulnerability resides within the Veganguide web application, specifically targeting the apiService.js file in the p05-integration/app/shared/api directory. The flaw represents a classic cross-site scripting vulnerability that arises from inadequate input validation and sanitization of user-supplied data. The vulnerability manifests when the application processes country and city parameters without proper sanitization, allowing malicious actors to inject arbitrary JavaScript code into the application's response. This particular weakness falls under the CWE-79 category of Cross-Site Scripting, which is one of the most prevalent and dangerous web application security flaws in the industry.
The technical execution of this vulnerability occurs through remote manipulation of the country/city arguments within the apiService.js file. When a user submits malicious input containing script tags or other malicious code within these parameters, the application fails to properly escape or validate the input before rendering it in the browser context. The vulnerability's exploitation pathway demonstrates a clear lack of proper input sanitization mechanisms and output encoding practices. Attackers can leverage this flaw to execute malicious scripts in the context of other users' browsers, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or other malicious activities. The remote attack vector means that no local system compromise is required, making this vulnerability particularly dangerous as it can be exploited from anywhere on the internet.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution, as it creates a persistent security risk for all users of the Veganguide application. Successful exploitation could allow attackers to access sensitive user data, manipulate application functionality, or redirect users to malicious websites. The vulnerability affects the core API service layer, meaning that any application component relying on the country/city data could potentially be compromised. From an attacker's perspective, this vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1566.001 for initial access through malicious web content, and could enable further exploitation through techniques like credential access or privilege escalation. The vulnerability's classification as problematic indicates that it represents a significant security risk that requires immediate remediation.
The recommended remediation approach involves applying the provided patch with the commit hash 2aa760fa4e779e40a28206a32ac22ac10356f519. This patch should implement proper input validation and output sanitization for all user-supplied parameters, particularly those used in API calls. The fix should include implementing proper HTML escaping for all dynamic content rendered in the browser, utilizing secure coding practices that prevent script injection. Additionally, developers should implement a comprehensive input validation framework that rejects or sanitizes potentially malicious input before processing. The patch should also include proper error handling that prevents information disclosure through error messages that might reveal internal application structure. Organizations should also consider implementing Content Security Policy headers to provide additional protection against script execution, and conduct thorough security testing including automated scanning and manual penetration testing to ensure the vulnerability is properly resolved.