CVE-2022-41702 in DIAEnergie
Summary
by MITRE • 10/28/2022
The affected product DIAEnergie (versions prior to v1.9.01.002) is vulnerable to a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability through the InsertReg API.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/26/2022
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-41702 affects DIAEnergie software versions prior to v1.9.01.002 and represents a critical stored cross-site scripting flaw within the InsertReg API endpoint. This vulnerability resides in the product's handling of user input data, where malicious payloads can be injected and subsequently executed in the context of other users' browsers. The flaw stems from inadequate sanitization and validation of input parameters passed through the InsertReg API, creating an environment where attackers can persist malicious scripts that will execute whenever affected users interact with the application. The vulnerability demonstrates characteristics consistent with CWE-79 which specifically addresses cross-site scripting flaws, and aligns with ATT&CK technique T1566.001 related to spearphishing attachments and links.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code through the InsertReg API endpoint, which then gets stored within the application's database or processing environment. When other users access content that triggers the execution of this stored payload, the malicious script runs in their browser context with the privileges of the affected user. This creates a persistent threat that can be exploited repeatedly without requiring additional user interaction beyond the initial injection. The vulnerability's impact extends to all users who may encounter the stored malicious content, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or further compromise of the affected system. The stored nature of the vulnerability means that the malicious payload remains active even after the initial injection, making it particularly dangerous for long-term exploitation.
The operational implications of this vulnerability are significant for organizations using affected DIAEnergie versions, as it creates a persistent attack vector that can be leveraged for various malicious activities including data exfiltration, unauthorized access to sensitive information, and potential lateral movement within networks. Attackers can craft malicious payloads that appear legitimate to users, making detection more challenging and increasing the likelihood of successful exploitation. The vulnerability affects the application's integrity and user trust, as users may unknowingly execute malicious code when interacting with normal application functionality. Organizations may face regulatory compliance issues and potential security breaches if this vulnerability is exploited, particularly in environments where sensitive operational data is processed and stored.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2022-41702 should prioritize immediate deployment of the patched version v1.9.01.002 or later, which addresses the input validation and sanitization issues within the InsertReg API. Organizations should implement comprehensive input validation measures including whitelisting of acceptable characters and encoding of user-supplied data before storage. Network segmentation and monitoring solutions should be enhanced to detect anomalous API traffic patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts. Security teams should conduct thorough code reviews focusing on all API endpoints that handle user input to identify similar vulnerabilities. Additionally, user education programs should be implemented to raise awareness about the risks of interacting with untrusted content, while implementing content security policies to prevent execution of unauthorized scripts. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to ensure the effectiveness of implemented controls and to identify potential new vulnerabilities in the system.