CVE-2022-1163 in MineWebCMS
Summary
by MITRE • 03/30/2022
Cross-site Scripting (XSS) - Stored in GitHub repository mineweb/minewebcms prior to next.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/01/2025
This vulnerability represents a stored cross-site scripting flaw discovered in the minewebcms repository management system prior to its next release. The vulnerability occurs when user input is not properly sanitized before being stored and subsequently rendered in web pages, creating a persistent security risk that affects all users interacting with the compromised application. The flaw allows malicious actors to inject malicious scripts that execute in the context of other users' browsers, potentially leading to session hijacking, data theft, or unauthorized actions performed on behalf of victims. The vulnerability is classified as stored XSS because the malicious payload is permanently stored on the server and executed whenever affected users access the vulnerable pages.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and output encoding mechanisms within the repository's data handling processes. When users submit content through various interface components such as comments, file descriptions, or configuration parameters, the system fails to properly sanitize these inputs before storing them in the database. This allows attackers to embed malicious javascript code that gets executed whenever legitimate users view the affected content. The vulnerability demonstrates poor adherence to secure coding practices and represents a failure to implement proper data sanitization and context-aware output encoding. According to CWE standards, this maps to CWE-79 which specifically addresses Cross-site Scripting vulnerabilities, with the stored variant being particularly dangerous due to its persistence and potential for widespread impact.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution, as it can enable attackers to establish persistent access to user sessions and potentially escalate privileges within the repository environment. An attacker could inject malicious code that steals session cookies, redirects users to phishing sites, or performs unauthorized operations on the repository. The vulnerability affects the integrity and confidentiality of the entire repository system, potentially compromising sensitive code, configuration files, and user data. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to repository resources, modify content, or even establish backdoors for continued access. The stored nature of the vulnerability means that once exploited, the malicious code remains active until manually removed from the system, creating a persistent threat vector that can affect multiple users over extended periods.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should include immediate implementation of proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the application. The system must sanitize all user-provided data using context-appropriate encoding methods before storing or rendering content, with specific attention to HTML, JavaScript, and URL encoding based on the output context. Organizations should implement Content Security Policy headers to limit script execution and prevent unauthorized code injection. Regular security audits and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components of the repository system. Additionally, implementing proper access controls and privilege separation can limit the damage potential of such vulnerabilities. The fix should align with industry best practices established by frameworks such as the OWASP Top Ten and NIST cybersecurity guidelines, ensuring that all user inputs are properly validated and that output is appropriately escaped for the specific context in which it will be rendered. Regular updates and patch management procedures should be established to prevent similar vulnerabilities from being introduced in future releases.