CVE-2023-3652 in E-Commerce Software
Summary
by MITRE • 08/08/2023
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Digital Ant E-Commerce Software allows Reflected XSS.
This issue affects E-Commerce Software: before 11.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/21/2026
This vulnerability represents a classic cross-site scripting flaw that exploits improper input sanitization during web page generation within Digital Ant E-Commerce Software. The reflected XSS vulnerability occurs when the application fails to properly neutralize user-supplied input before incorporating it into dynamically generated web pages. Attackers can craft malicious payloads that, when executed by victims' browsers, can steal session cookies, perform unauthorized transactions, or redirect users to malicious sites. The vulnerability specifically impacts versions prior to 11 of the e-commerce platform, indicating this was likely introduced in earlier codebases where input validation mechanisms were insufficiently implemented.
The technical implementation of this flaw involves the application's failure to properly escape or encode user-controllable data before rendering it in HTML contexts. When users submit data through forms, URL parameters, or other input vectors, the software processes this information without adequate sanitization measures. This creates an environment where malicious scripts can be injected and executed in the context of other users' browsers, leveraging the trust relationship between the victim and the vulnerable application. The reflected nature of this XSS means that the malicious script is reflected off the web server rather than being stored, requiring users to click on crafted links or visit malicious pages containing the exploit.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft or session hijacking. Attackers can leverage this flaw to manipulate the e-commerce platform's functionality, potentially modifying product listings, altering pricing information, or executing unauthorized administrative commands. The vulnerability's presence in the e-commerce software ecosystem creates a significant risk for businesses handling sensitive customer data, payment information, and transaction records. Organizations may face regulatory compliance violations under standards such as pci dss and gdpr, while also experiencing reputational damage and potential financial losses from customer data breaches. The reflected nature of the attack makes it particularly dangerous as it can be delivered through email phishing campaigns, compromised advertisements, or malicious links shared across social media platforms.
Mitigation strategies should focus on implementing comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the application's codebase. The primary defense involves sanitizing all user-supplied input using established security libraries and frameworks that properly escape HTML, JavaScript, and other potentially dangerous characters. Organizations should deploy content security policies to limit script execution contexts and implement proper header configurations to prevent XSS attacks. Regular security code reviews and automated vulnerability scanning should be integrated into development processes to identify similar flaws before they can be exploited. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls and security monitoring systems can help detect and prevent exploitation attempts. The fix for this specific vulnerability requires updating to version 11 or later of the software where proper input sanitization mechanisms have been implemented, aligning with industry best practices outlined in cwe-79 for cross-site scripting prevention and attack techniques documented in the mitre att&ck framework under the web application attack tactics.