CVE-2022-45017 in WBCE
Summary
by MITRE • 11/21/2022
A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Overview Page settings module of WBCE CMS v1.5.4 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the Post Loop field.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/29/2025
The vulnerability CVE-2022-45017 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw within the WBCE CMS version 1.5.4, specifically targeting the Overview Page settings module. This vulnerability resides in the Post Loop field handling mechanism where the application fails to properly sanitize user input before rendering it within the web interface. The flaw enables attackers to inject malicious scripts that execute in the context of other users' browsers when they view the affected page, creating a persistent security risk that can compromise user sessions and data integrity.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and output encoding practices within the CMS framework. When administrators or users interact with the Overview Page settings, the Post Loop field accepts raw input without proper sanitization or context-aware encoding. This creates an environment where malicious actors can craft payloads containing script tags or other malicious code that gets executed when the page renders. The vulnerability falls under CWE-79 which specifically addresses Cross-Site Scripting flaws in web applications, where inadequate input validation allows attackers to inject malicious content into web pages viewed by other users.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution as it provides attackers with the capability to hijack user sessions, steal sensitive information, and potentially escalate privileges within the CMS environment. An attacker could craft payloads that redirect users to malicious sites, steal cookies containing session tokens, or even modify content displayed on the website. The persistent nature of this vulnerability means that once exploited, the malicious scripts remain active until the affected field is modified or the page is refreshed, creating ongoing exposure for all users who access the compromised interface. This vulnerability directly maps to attack techniques described in the MITRE ATT&CK framework under T1531 for "Account Access Removal" and T1059.007 for "Command and Scripting Interpreter" when considering the potential for privilege escalation and session hijacking.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2022-45017 should prioritize immediate application of security patches released by WBCE developers to address the input sanitization deficiencies in the Post Loop field handling. Organizations should implement comprehensive input validation measures that employ allow-listing approaches for all user-supplied content and ensure proper output encoding for all dynamic content rendered within the CMS interface. Additionally, implementing Content Security Policy headers can provide additional defense-in-depth measures to prevent execution of unauthorized scripts even if the primary vulnerability is not fully patched. Regular security audits of CMS components and input validation mechanisms should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other modules, as this flaw demonstrates the importance of consistent security practices throughout the application architecture.