CVE-2018-11404 in DomainMod
Summary
by MITRE
DomainMod v4.09.03 has XSS via the assets/edit/ssl-provider-account.php sslpaid parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/19/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2018-11404 affects DomainMod version 4.09.03 and represents a cross-site scripting flaw that resides within the assets/edit/ssl-provider-account.php web page. This particular endpoint processes the sslpaid parameter without adequate input validation or output encoding, creating an avenue for malicious actors to inject arbitrary JavaScript code into the application's response. The flaw manifests when user-supplied data from the sslpaid parameter is directly rendered in the web page without proper sanitization, allowing attackers to execute scripts in the context of other users who view the affected page.
The technical nature of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-79 which categorizes cross-site scripting as a code injection flaw where untrusted data is embedded into web pages viewed by other users. The attack vector specifically exploits the lack of proper input validation mechanisms within the sslpaid parameter handling within the SSL provider account editing functionality. This allows an attacker to craft malicious payloads that, when executed, can steal session cookies, perform unauthorized actions on behalf of victims, or redirect users to malicious sites. The vulnerability demonstrates a classic insufficient input validation issue where the application fails to properly sanitize user-provided data before incorporating it into dynamic web content.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft or defacement. An attacker who successfully exploits this XSS flaw can establish persistent access to the application by stealing authentication tokens or session identifiers, potentially leading to full administrative compromise of the DomainMod instance. The vulnerability affects users who have access to the SSL provider account management functionality, which typically includes privileged personnel responsible for managing domain and SSL certificate information. This creates a significant risk for organizations that rely on DomainMod for their domain management operations, as the compromise of a single user account could potentially expose sensitive certificate information and allow for further lateral movement within the organization's infrastructure.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2018-11404 should focus on implementing proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the application. The most effective immediate solution involves sanitizing all user inputs, particularly the sslpaid parameter, through proper encoding before rendering in web pages. This approach aligns with the OWASP Secure Coding Practices and follows the principle of defense in depth by implementing multiple layers of protection. Organizations should also implement Content Security Policy headers to limit the execution of unauthorized scripts and ensure that the application follows secure coding guidelines as outlined in the OWASP Top Ten. Additionally, regular security assessments and input validation reviews should be conducted to prevent similar vulnerabilities from emerging in other parts of the application. The remediation process should include updating to a patched version of DomainMod where the vulnerability has been addressed through proper parameter validation and output encoding implementations.