CVE-2024-2010 in TE Informatics
Summary
by MITRE • 09/12/2024
Improper Neutralization of Script-Related HTML Tags in a Web Page (Basic XSS) vulnerability in TE Informatics V5 allows Reflected XSS.
This issue affects V5: before 6.2.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/04/2026
This vulnerability represents a classic reflected cross-site scripting flaw that exploits improper input validation in web applications. The issue specifically impacts TE Informatics V5 software versions prior to 6.2, where user-supplied input is not adequately sanitized before being rendered in web page responses. The vulnerability falls under the CWE-79 category of Cross-Site Scripting, which is one of the most prevalent web application security weaknesses. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability by crafting malicious URLs that contain script payloads, which are then reflected back to victims through the vulnerable application's response. The reflected nature of this XSS vulnerability means that the malicious script is executed in the victim's browser when they click on the specially crafted link, without requiring any persistent storage of the malicious code within the application itself.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from insufficient sanitization of HTML content in the application's response handling mechanism. When user input is directly incorporated into web page output without proper encoding or filtering, attackers can inject malicious script code that executes in the context of the victim's browser session. This particular vulnerability is classified as a basic XSS rather than a stored or DOM-based variant, meaning the malicious payload is transmitted through the HTTP request and immediately reflected back in the response. The vulnerability affects the web interface components where user input is processed and displayed, typically in search fields, URL parameters, or form inputs that are echoed back to users without appropriate HTML encoding. This flaw enables attackers to potentially steal session cookies, perform unauthorized actions on behalf of users, or redirect victims to malicious websites.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution, as it can be leveraged for more sophisticated attacks within the context of the compromised application. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to steal user authentication tokens, modify application behavior, or perform actions that the authenticated user is authorized to execute. The reflected nature of the attack means that the malicious payload must be delivered through social engineering tactics such as phishing emails or compromised links, making it particularly dangerous in enterprise environments where users may be less security-aware. The vulnerability creates a persistent threat vector that can be exploited across different user sessions and may allow for session hijacking, credential theft, or privilege escalation depending on the application's access controls and the user's permissions. Organizations using affected versions of TE Informatics V5 face significant risk of unauthorized access and data compromise, as the vulnerability can be exploited without requiring any special privileges or complex attack infrastructure.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should focus on implementing robust input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the application. The primary defense involves proper HTML encoding of all user-supplied input before rendering it in web page responses, which prevents script execution in the browser context. Organizations should implement Content Security Policy headers to limit script execution and prevent unauthorized code injection. Regular application updates and patches should be deployed immediately upon availability, as the vendor has addressed this issue in version 6.2 and later releases. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls and input sanitization libraries can provide additional layers of protection against similar vulnerabilities. Security teams should conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify potential XSS vectors within their applications. The implementation of proper input validation frameworks and automated security testing during development cycles can prevent similar issues from arising in future releases. Organizations should also establish incident response procedures to quickly address any exploitation attempts and monitor for suspicious activities that may indicate successful exploitation of this vulnerability.