CVE-2022-3333 in Project Manager
Summary
by MITRE • 09/28/2022
A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in Zephyr Project Manager up to 3.2.4. Affected is an unknown function of the file /v1/tasks/create/ of the component REST Call Handler. The manipulation of the argument onanimationstart leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. Upgrading to version 3.2.5 is able to address this issue. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. VDB-209370 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/22/2022
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-3333 represents a critical cross site scripting flaw within the Zephyr Project Manager application, specifically affecting versions up to 3.2.4. This vulnerability resides within the REST Call Handler component and manifests in the /v1/tasks/create/ endpoint, where improper input validation allows malicious actors to inject malicious scripts through the onanimationstart parameter. The issue falls under the CWE-79 category of Cross Site Scripting, which is a fundamental web application security weakness that enables attackers to execute scripts in the context of other users. The vulnerability's remote exploitation capability makes it particularly dangerous as it can be triggered without requiring physical access to the system or user interaction beyond visiting a maliciously crafted URL.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from insufficient sanitization of user-supplied input parameters within the REST API endpoint. When the onanimationstart argument is processed by the REST Call Handler component, the application fails to properly validate or escape the input before incorporating it into the response, creating an opportunity for attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code. This flaw operates at the application layer and demonstrates a classic lack of input validation and output encoding practices that are fundamental to preventing XSS attacks. The vulnerability's exploitation requires an attacker to craft a malicious payload that targets the specific API endpoint, making it a targeted rather than broadly exploitable weakness.
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 privilege escalation within the application environment. Attackers could potentially steal user credentials, modify project data, or gain unauthorized access to sensitive information stored within the Zephyr Project Manager system. The remote nature of the attack means that threat actors can exploit this vulnerability from anywhere on the internet, making it a significant risk to organizations that rely on this project management platform for their software development workflows. This vulnerability directly maps to ATT&CK technique T1566.001 for the initial access phase and could enable subsequent techniques for privilege escalation and lateral movement within the network.
Organizations utilizing Zephyr Project Manager should immediately implement the recommended remediation measures by upgrading to version 3.2.5 or later, which contains the necessary patches to address this vulnerability. Additionally, network administrators should consider implementing web application firewalls and input validation rules to provide additional defense in depth. Security teams should also conduct thorough penetration testing to identify any other potential endpoints that may be susceptible to similar input validation issues. The vulnerability's classification as problematic indicates that it requires immediate attention and should be prioritized in the organization's vulnerability management program. Regular security assessments and code reviews should be implemented to prevent similar issues from emerging in the future, particularly focusing on input validation mechanisms within all REST API endpoints.