CVE-2024-29318 in Personal Management System
Summary
by MITRE • 07/05/2024
Volmarg Personal Management System 1.4.64 is vulnerable to stored cross site scripting (XSS) via upload of a SVG file with embedded javascript code.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/14/2025
The Volmarg Personal Management System version 1.4.64 presents a critical security vulnerability through its handling of SVG file uploads, creating a persistent cross site scripting attack vector. This flaw resides in the system's file validation and processing mechanisms where SVG files containing embedded javascript code are not properly sanitized before being stored and served to users. The vulnerability allows an attacker to upload malicious SVG files that contain javascript payloads, which execute in the context of other users who view these files through the system's interface. This stored XSS vulnerability represents a significant threat to user sessions and data integrity within the personal management system environment.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through the SVG file upload functionality where the system fails to adequately validate or sanitize the content of uploaded files. When a user uploads an SVG file containing malicious javascript code, the system stores this file without proper sanitization, subsequently serving it to other users who access the system. The javascript code embedded within the SVG executes in the victim's browser context, potentially allowing attackers to steal session cookies, perform actions on behalf of users, or redirect them to malicious sites. This vulnerability specifically targets the SVG file format because it allows javascript execution within the document, bypassing traditional file type restrictions that might otherwise prevent such attacks.
The operational impact of this stored XSS vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, potentially enabling complete session hijacking and privilege escalation within the personal management system. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to execute persistent attacks against multiple users who access the system, creating a widespread security compromise. The stored nature of this vulnerability means that once a malicious SVG is uploaded and processed, it continues to affect users until manually removed from the system. This makes the vulnerability particularly dangerous for systems handling sensitive personal data, as it can be used to extract confidential information, modify user accounts, or establish backdoor access points within the organization's management infrastructure.
Organizations utilizing Volmarg Personal Management System version 1.4.64 should implement immediate mitigations including comprehensive input validation for all file uploads, particularly SVG files, and the implementation of strict content sanitization processes. The system should employ proper file type validation, MIME type checking, and content inspection to prevent javascript execution within SVG files. Additionally, implementing Content Security Policy headers and using secure file handling practices can significantly reduce the risk of exploitation. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls and regular security scanning of uploaded content to detect and prevent malicious file uploads. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-79 which specifically addresses cross site scripting flaws, and represents a technique commonly used in the ATT&CK framework under the T1059.007 sub-technique for scripting languages, demonstrating how attackers can leverage file upload mechanisms to establish persistent command execution within target environments.