CVE-2023-43232 in DedeBIZ
Summary
by MITRE • 10/25/2023
A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Website column management function of DedeBIZ v6.2.11 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the title parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/04/2026
The vulnerability CVE-2023-43232 represents a critical stored cross-site scripting flaw within the DedeBIZ content management system version 6.2.11, specifically affecting the Website column management functionality. This security weakness enables malicious actors to inject persistent malicious scripts into the system through the title parameter of column entries, creating a persistent threat that can affect all users interacting with the compromised website. The vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and output sanitization mechanisms within the column management module, allowing attackers to bypass security controls and inject malicious payloads that execute in the context of other users' browsers.
The technical implementation of this flaw occurs when the system fails to properly sanitize user-supplied input in the title field of website columns. When administrators or users view the affected columns, the malicious scripts contained within the stored title parameters execute automatically in their browsers, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or redirection to malicious sites. This stored XSS vulnerability operates through the standard XSS attack vector where user input is stored on the server and later served back to other users without proper sanitization, making it particularly dangerous as the malicious code persists even after the initial injection.
The operational impact of CVE-2023-43232 extends beyond simple script execution, potentially enabling attackers to escalate privileges, access sensitive administrative functions, or compromise user sessions through session hijacking techniques. The vulnerability directly violates security principles outlined in CWE-79 which categorizes cross-site scripting flaws as weaknesses in input validation and output encoding. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to create backdoor access points, steal administrator credentials, or manipulate website content to redirect users to phishing sites. The persistence of the vulnerability means that once exploited, the malicious code continues to affect users until the compromised data is manually removed or the system is patched.
Organizations using DedeBIZ v6.2.11 must implement immediate mitigation strategies including comprehensive input validation, output encoding, and the implementation of Content Security Policy headers to prevent script execution. The vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1566 which describes social engineering tactics involving malicious payloads, and T1071 which covers application layer protocol usage. Security measures should include regular input sanitization, parameterized queries, and the implementation of web application firewalls to detect and block malicious payloads. Additionally, administrators should conduct thorough code reviews to identify similar vulnerabilities in other input handling functions and implement proper access controls to limit the impact of potential exploitation. The recommended remediation involves updating to the latest version of DedeBIZ or applying vendor-specific patches that address the input validation deficiencies in the column management system.