CVE-2017-17982 in Muslim Matrimonial Script
Summary
by MITRE
PHP Scripts Mall Muslim Matrimonial Script has CSRF via admin/subadmin_edit.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/14/2020
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2017-17982 affects the PHP Scripts Mall Muslim Matrimonial Script application, specifically targeting the administrative functionality through the admin/subadmin_edit.php endpoint. This represents a classic cross-site request forgery vulnerability that exploits the lack of proper authentication mechanisms to execute unauthorized administrative actions. The flaw exists within the web application's handling of requests from authenticated administrators and subadministrators, creating a pathway for malicious actors to manipulate the system without proper authorization.
This CSRF vulnerability stems from the absence of anti-forgery tokens or other validation mechanisms that would ensure requests originate from legitimate administrative sessions. The affected script allows attackers to craft malicious requests that, when executed by an authenticated administrator or subadministrator, can modify user accounts, change system configurations, or perform other administrative functions. The vulnerability is particularly concerning because it targets the administrative interface where critical system operations occur, potentially allowing full compromise of the matrimonial script's administrative capabilities.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data manipulation to encompass complete administrative control over the matrimonial platform. An attacker who successfully exploits this CSRF flaw could modify user profiles, alter membership tiers, manipulate database records, or even disable critical system functions. The vulnerability affects both primary administrators and subadministrators, amplifying the potential damage as multiple levels of access could be compromised. This type of vulnerability aligns with CWE-352, which specifically addresses Cross-Site Request Forgery weaknesses in web applications, and represents a significant risk to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the matrimonial platform's data and services.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should focus on implementing proper anti-forgery token mechanisms throughout the administrative interface. The solution requires generating unique, unpredictable tokens for each administrative session and validating these tokens on every state-changing request. Additionally, implementing the SameSite cookie attributes and ensuring proper session management practices would significantly reduce the attack surface. Organizations should also consider implementing Content Security Policy headers and regular security testing to identify similar vulnerabilities in other parts of the application. The remediation process should include thorough code review of all administrative endpoints and implementation of consistent authentication validation across the entire platform, following established security frameworks such as those outlined in the OWASP Top Ten and NIST cybersecurity guidelines.