CVE-2018-2505 in Commerce
Summary
by MITRE
SAP Commerce does not sufficiently validate user-controlled inputs, resulting in Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in storefronts that are based on the product. Fixed in versions (SAP Hybris Commerce, versions 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 6.5, 6.6, 6.7).
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/20/2020
SAP Commerce platforms utilizing storefronts based on the SAP Hybris product line contain a critical cross-site scripting vulnerability that stems from inadequate validation of user-controlled inputs. This vulnerability affects multiple versions of the commerce platform and represents a significant security risk to organizations relying on these systems for their online retail operations. The flaw allows malicious actors to inject arbitrary JavaScript code into web pages viewed by other users, potentially compromising the security of the entire storefront environment.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability occurs when the system fails to properly sanitize or escape user-supplied data before rendering it within web pages. This inadequate input validation creates an opening for attackers to inject malicious scripts that execute in the context of other users' browsers. The vulnerability specifically impacts storefront components where user inputs are processed and displayed without proper security measures. According to CWE standards, this represents a classic cross-site scripting flaw categorized under CWE-79, which deals with improper neutralization of input during web page generation. The vulnerability can be exploited through various input vectors including product descriptions, user comments, search queries, or any other user-controllable field that gets rendered in the storefront interface.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution, as it can enable attackers to perform a wide range of malicious activities including session hijacking, data theft, and unauthorized transactions. Attackers could potentially steal user credentials, modify product information, redirect customers to malicious websites, or even compromise the entire storefront infrastructure. The vulnerability affects the integrity and confidentiality of customer data, potentially leading to financial losses and reputational damage for affected organizations. Organizations using SAP Commerce platforms without proper patching measures face significant exposure to these risks, as the vulnerability can be exploited through simple web-based attacks without requiring elevated privileges.
Security professionals should implement immediate mitigations including applying the vendor patches released for versions 6.2 through 6.7 of SAP Hybris Commerce, which address the input validation deficiencies. Additional protective measures include implementing robust input sanitization routines, deploying web application firewalls, and establishing comprehensive monitoring for suspicious activities. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under the T1059 technique for command and scripting interpreter, as attackers can leverage XSS to execute malicious code within user browsers. Organizations should also conduct thorough security assessments of their storefront components to identify other potential input validation gaps, as this vulnerability often indicates broader security weaknesses in web application development practices. The remediation process should include comprehensive testing to ensure that all user-controlled inputs are properly validated and sanitized before processing, aligning with industry best practices for secure web application development and the OWASP Top Ten security guidelines.