CVE-2022-41565 in EBX
Summary
by MITRE • 02/22/2023
The Web Application component of TIBCO Software Inc.'s TIBCO EBX and TIBCO Product and Service Catalog powered by TIBCO EBX contains an easily exploitable vulnerability that allows a low privileged attacker with network access to execute a stored XSS on the affected system. Affected releases are TIBCO Software Inc.'s TIBCO EBX: versions 5.9.21 and below, versions 6.0.11 and below and TIBCO Product and Service Catalog powered by TIBCO EBX: versions 1.2.0 and below.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/24/2023
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-41565 represents a critical stored cross-site scripting flaw within the web application framework of TIBCO Software Inc.'s enterprise solutions. This weakness exists in both TIBCO EBX platform versions 5.9.21 and earlier, 6.0.11 and earlier, as well as in the TIBCO Product and Service Catalog solution running on these platforms, specifically versions 1.2.0 and below. The flaw stems from inadequate input validation and output encoding mechanisms within the web interface components that process user-supplied data, creating an environment where malicious script code can be persistently stored and subsequently executed when other users access the affected application.
The technical nature of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-79, which specifically addresses cross-site scripting weaknesses in web applications. Attackers can exploit this flaw by injecting malicious JavaScript payloads through input fields or parameters that are not properly sanitized before being stored in the application's database. Once stored, these scripts execute in the context of other users' browsers when they interact with the vulnerable application, making this a persistent threat that can affect multiple users over time. The low privilege requirement for exploitation means that even users with minimal access rights can potentially compromise the entire system, as the vulnerability does not require elevated privileges to be exploited.
The operational impact of CVE-2022-41565 extends beyond simple data theft or defacement, as it provides attackers with the capability to establish persistent footholds within the targeted enterprise environment. This vulnerability can enable attackers to perform session hijacking, steal sensitive user credentials, redirect victims to malicious sites, or execute arbitrary code within the context of the victim's browser session. The stored nature of the vulnerability means that the attack payload remains active even after the initial injection, allowing for extended periods of unauthorized access and potential data exfiltration. Organizations using affected TIBCO solutions face significant risks including unauthorized access to business-critical data, disruption of business operations, and potential compliance violations due to data exposure.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2022-41565 should prioritize immediate patching of affected systems with the vendor-provided security updates. Organizations should implement comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms to prevent script injection attempts, while also establishing robust monitoring systems to detect suspicious activities. Network segmentation and access controls should be reinforced to limit potential attack vectors, and regular security assessments should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities. The remediation process should also include comprehensive user education about the risks of clicking suspicious links or entering untrusted data into web applications, as well as implementing web application firewalls to provide additional layers of protection against exploitation attempts. This vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of maintaining up-to-date security patches and proper input sanitization practices in enterprise web applications, as outlined in the ATT&CK framework's web application exploitation techniques.