CVE-2022-45769 in ClicShopping
Summary
by MITRE • 12/06/2022
A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in ClicShopping_V3 v3.402 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted URL parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/31/2022
This cross-site scripting vulnerability exists within ClicShopping_V3 version 3.402, representing a critical security flaw that enables attackers to inject malicious scripts into web applications. The vulnerability specifically manifests when the application fails to properly sanitize user input parameters within URL strings, creating an opening for malicious actors to execute unauthorized code within the context of other users' browsers. The flaw stems from inadequate input validation and output encoding mechanisms that should normally prevent untrusted data from being interpreted as executable script code. This type of vulnerability falls under CWE-79 which specifically addresses improper neutralization of input during web page generation, making it a well-documented and severe class of web application security issues.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution, as it can enable attackers to hijack user sessions, steal sensitive information, manipulate data, or redirect users to malicious websites. When an attacker crafts a malicious URL containing XSS payloads and tricks users into clicking it, the injected scripts execute in the victim's browser with the privileges of the target user. This creates a persistent threat vector that can be exploited across multiple user sessions and potentially affect the entire user base of the vulnerable e-commerce platform. The vulnerability directly aligns with ATT&CK technique T1566.001 which covers social engineering through spearphishing attachments and links, making it particularly dangerous in environments where users may be tricked into visiting malicious URLs.
The technical exploitation requires minimal effort from attackers who can leverage the existing URL parameter structure to inject malicious payloads without requiring authentication or advanced technical knowledge. This makes the vulnerability particularly dangerous as it can be exploited at scale through automated tools or social engineering campaigns. The vulnerability's presence in ClicShopping_V3 v3.402 indicates a failure in the application's security hardening practices, specifically in the input sanitization and output encoding layers that should protect against such attacks. Organizations using this version of the software face significant risk of data breaches, session hijacking, and potential compromise of customer information stored within the platform.
Mitigation strategies should focus on immediate implementation of proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms that ensure all user-supplied data is properly escaped before being rendered in web pages. Security patches should address the root cause by implementing comprehensive sanitization routines that filter or encode potentially dangerous characters and script tags from URL parameters. Organizations should also implement Content Security Policy headers to add an additional layer of protection against script injection attacks. Regular security audits and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities within the application's codebase, while user education programs can help prevent successful social engineering campaigns that exploit this vulnerability. The fix should align with OWASP Top Ten recommendations for preventing XSS attacks and should include proper parameter validation, context-specific output encoding, and comprehensive input sanitization across all user-facing application interfaces.