CVE-2024-25226 in Simple Admin Panel App
Summary
by MITRE • 02/14/2024
A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Simple Admin Panel App v1.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the Category Name parameter under the Add Category function.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/19/2025
This vulnerability resides within the Simple Admin Panel App version 1.0 where a cross-site scripting flaw has been identified in the Category Name parameter of the Add Category functionality. The weakness stems from inadequate input validation and output encoding mechanisms that fail to properly sanitize user-supplied data before processing and rendering within the web application interface. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by crafting malicious payloads containing script code within the Category Name field, which then gets executed in the context of other users' browsers when the affected page is rendered. The vulnerability specifically targets the application's failure to implement proper sanitization controls for dynamic content injection points, creating an environment where malicious scripts can be stored and subsequently executed without proper authorization.
The technical implementation of this XSS vulnerability demonstrates a classic reflected or stored XSS pattern where user input flows directly into the application's output without appropriate security controls. The vulnerability operates under CWE-79 which categorizes improper neutralization of input during web output rendering, making it particularly dangerous as it allows attackers to inject malicious code that can persist within the application's database or session storage. When users view the category listings or related pages, their browsers execute the injected scripts, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or redirection to malicious websites. This type of vulnerability falls under the ATT&CK technique T1059.001 which involves executing code through command and scripting interpreters, though in this case the execution occurs through browser-based script execution rather than system-level commands.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution as it can enable attackers to perform a range of malicious activities including stealing user sessions, defacing web pages, redirecting users to phishing sites, or even installing malware through browser-based attacks. The persistent nature of stored XSS vulnerabilities means that once the malicious payload is injected, it can affect multiple users over time until the vulnerability is patched and the malicious content is removed from the application's data stores. Organizations using this application face significant risk as attackers can leverage this vulnerability to compromise user accounts, steal sensitive information, or use the compromised application as a launching point for further attacks within the network. The vulnerability's exploitation requires minimal technical skill and can be automated, making it particularly attractive to threat actors seeking to maximize impact with minimal effort.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should focus on implementing comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the application's data processing pipeline. The primary defense involves sanitizing all user inputs using established libraries and frameworks that properly encode special characters before rendering content within web pages. Implementing Content Security Policy headers can provide additional protection by restricting the sources from which scripts can be loaded and executed. Regular security testing including automated scanning and manual penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities across the application's functionality. The application should also implement proper access controls and input length restrictions to prevent overly long or malformed inputs from being processed. Additionally, developers should follow secure coding practices that include using parameterized queries, input validation frameworks, and proper output encoding for all dynamic content generation to prevent similar vulnerabilities from emerging in future versions of the application.