CVE-2024-1471 in Security Center
Summary
by MITRE • 02/15/2024
An HTML injection vulnerability exists where an authenticated, remote attacker with administrator privileges on the Security Center application could modify Repository parameters, which could lead to HTML redirection attacks.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/19/2025
This vulnerability represents a critical HTML injection flaw within the Security Center application that leverages the attacker's administrative privileges to manipulate repository parameters. The issue stems from insufficient input validation and output sanitization mechanisms that fail to properly escape or filter user-supplied data before it is rendered in web responses. When an authenticated administrator performs operations related to repository configuration, the application accepts malicious input that gets processed and subsequently injected into HTML contexts without adequate protection measures. The vulnerability specifically manifests when the application handles repository parameter modifications, creating an opportunity for attackers to inject malicious HTML code that can be executed in the context of other users' browsers.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability follows a well-established pattern that aligns with common web application attack vectors and maps directly to CWE-79 - Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation. Attackers with administrator credentials can manipulate repository settings to include HTML payloads that redirect users to malicious sites or execute unauthorized actions. This type of vulnerability enables a range of attack scenarios including cross-site scripting attacks, session hijacking, and potential privilege escalation within the application's security framework. The attack chain typically begins with the authenticated attacker accessing the repository configuration interface, injecting malicious HTML code into parameter fields, and then leveraging the reflected or stored nature of the injection to redirect users or execute arbitrary scripts in their browsers.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple redirection attacks and represents a significant threat to the application's security posture. When an attacker successfully exploits this flaw, they can potentially compromise the integrity of the security center's repository data, redirect legitimate users to phishing sites, or execute malicious code that could lead to further system compromise. The attack surface is particularly concerning given that it requires only administrative privileges, which are typically limited to trusted personnel, but once compromised, the attacker gains the ability to manipulate the application's core repository functionality. This vulnerability undermines the trust model of the security center application and creates opportunities for attackers to manipulate security policies, access sensitive configuration data, or establish persistent access points within the system.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability 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 before it is processed or stored, particularly in contexts where HTML rendering occurs. Organizations should implement proper HTML escaping routines and adopt Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to prevent unauthorized script execution. Additionally, the principle of least privilege should be strictly enforced, ensuring that administrative functions are properly audited and monitored for suspicious activities. Regular security testing including dynamic application security testing and manual penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar injection vulnerabilities. The remediation process should include thorough code reviews focusing on input handling, implementation of proper parameterized queries, and regular updates to security libraries and frameworks. This vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of maintaining robust web application security practices and adheres to ATT&CK technique T1213 - Data from Information Repositories, which emphasizes the need to protect repository data and access controls from unauthorized manipulation.