CVE-2023-6419 in Social Networking Script
Summary
by MITRE • 11/30/2023
A vulnerability has been reported in Voovi Social Networking Script version 1.0 that allows a XSS via editprofile.php in multiple parameters, the exploitation of which could allow a remote attacker to send a specially crafted JavaScript payload and partially take over the browser session of an authenticated user.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/21/2023
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-6419 affects the Voovi Social Networking Script version 1.0 and represents a cross-site scripting flaw that resides within the editprofile.php component. This issue manifests through multiple vulnerable parameters that fail to properly sanitize user input, creating an attack surface where malicious actors can inject harmful JavaScript code. The vulnerability falls under the category of CWE-79 which specifically addresses cross-site scripting vulnerabilities where input is not properly validated or escaped before being rendered in web pages. The affected script operates as a social networking platform where users can manage their profiles and interact with others, making this flaw particularly dangerous given the sensitive nature of profile information and user credentials.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when authenticated users visit the editprofile.php page and are subjected to malicious JavaScript payloads injected through the vulnerable parameters. These parameters likely include fields such as username, bio description, location, or other profile customization options that are not adequately filtered or escaped before being stored and subsequently displayed. When a victim navigates to a page containing the malicious script or when the script executes within the context of the victim's browser session, the attacker can potentially steal session cookies, redirect users to malicious sites, or perform actions on behalf of the authenticated user. The attack vector is particularly concerning because it requires only a single authenticated session to be compromised, making it more accessible than vulnerabilities requiring additional exploitation steps. This aligns with ATT&CK technique T1531 which focuses on credential access through session hijacking and browser-based attacks.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script injection as it can lead to full session takeover and persistent malicious presence within the affected social network. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to impersonate legitimate users, access private communications, modify profile information, or even gain access to other users' accounts if session management is weak. The vulnerability's persistence is enhanced by the fact that malicious scripts can remain embedded in profile data and executed each time the affected page loads. This creates a potential for long-term reconnaissance and data exfiltration activities. The vulnerability also undermines user trust in the platform's security measures and could lead to widespread reputation damage for the organization operating the social networking script. Organizations utilizing this software face increased risk of data breaches, user account takeovers, and potential regulatory compliance violations under data protection frameworks such as gdpr and ccpa. The remediation process requires comprehensive input validation and output encoding across all user-editable fields, with proper implementation of content security policies and secure coding practices to prevent similar vulnerabilities from emerging in future iterations of the software.
The exploitation of this vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of input validation in web application security and highlights how seemingly minor oversights in parameter handling can create significant security risks. The vulnerability serves as a reminder that even well-established web application frameworks require careful attention to security implementation details, particularly when handling user-generated content that will be displayed in web contexts. Organizations should implement automated security scanning tools and regular penetration testing to identify similar vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by malicious actors, while also ensuring that all user input is properly sanitized and validated according to established security standards and best practices.