CVE-2019-1010193 in HisiPHP
Summary
by MITRE
hisiphp 1.0.8 is affected by: Cross Site Scripting (XSS).
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/07/2023
The vulnerability CVE-2019-1010193 affects hisiphp version 1.0.8 and represents a cross site scripting vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web applications. This type of vulnerability falls under the Common Weakness Enumeration category CWE-79 which specifically addresses Cross Site Scripting flaws in software applications. The vulnerability exists when the application fails to properly sanitize user input before rendering it in web pages, creating opportunities for malicious actors to execute unauthorized scripts in the context of other users' browsers.
The technical flaw manifests when hisiphp application processes user-supplied data without adequate validation or encoding mechanisms. Attackers can exploit this weakness by submitting malicious payloads through input fields, URL parameters, or other data entry points within the application interface. When the vulnerable application displays this unsanitized data without proper HTML escaping or context-appropriate encoding, it allows the injected scripts to execute in the victim's browser session. This can lead to various security consequences including session hijacking, credential theft, and unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the victim.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution as it can enable sophisticated attack vectors within the context of web application security. According to ATT&CK framework techniques, this vulnerability could be leveraged for initial access and privilege escalation through persistent XSS attacks that maintain long-term presence in target environments. The vulnerability affects the application's integrity and confidentiality by potentially allowing attackers to modify web page content, steal session cookies, redirect users to malicious sites, or perform actions that the authenticated user is authorized to execute. This makes it particularly dangerous in applications that handle sensitive data or user authentication.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2019-1010193 should focus on implementing comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the hisiphp application. Security measures must include proper HTML escaping of all user-supplied content before rendering in web pages, implementation of Content Security Policy headers, and regular security testing including automated scanning and manual penetration testing. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls to detect and block malicious payloads, while ensuring that all application components are updated to patched versions. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of following secure coding practices and input sanitization as outlined in OWASP Top Ten security guidelines to prevent such persistent threats in web applications.