CVE-2024-36668 in idcCMS
Summary
by MITRE • 06/05/2024
idccms v1.35 was discovered to contain a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) via the component admin/type_deal.php?mudi=del
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/26/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-36668 affects idccms version 1.35 and represents a critical Cross-Site Request Forgery flaw that enables attackers to perform unauthorized actions on behalf of authenticated users. This vulnerability specifically resides within the admin/type_deal.php component where the mudi=del parameter processes deletion operations, making it a prime target for csrf attacks that can compromise administrative functions. The flaw allows malicious actors to manipulate the application's behavior through crafted requests that appear legitimate to the server.
The technical implementation of this csrf vulnerability stems from the absence of proper validation mechanisms for request origins and lack of anti-csrf tokens within the affected endpoint. When administrators access the type_deal.php page with the del parameter, the application processes deletion requests without verifying that the request originated from the legitimate administrative interface. This design flaw creates an opportunity for attackers to construct malicious web pages or exploit existing user sessions to execute unauthorized deletion operations on the content management system. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-352, which specifically addresses Cross-Site Request Forgery weaknesses in web applications.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data loss, as it provides attackers with the capability to manipulate critical administrative functions within the content management system. Successful exploitation could result in unauthorized deletion of content types, disruption of service availability, and potential compromise of the entire administrative interface. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to remove critical content categories, alter system configurations, or potentially escalate privileges within the application. The risk is particularly elevated in environments where administrative sessions remain active for extended periods, as the attack surface increases with session longevity.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-36668 should prioritize immediate implementation of anti-csrf token mechanisms within the affected admin/type_deal.php component. The solution requires generation and validation of unique tokens for each administrative session that must be submitted with every deletion request, ensuring that requests originate from legitimate administrative interfaces. Additionally, implementing proper origin validation checks and utilizing the same-site cookie attributes can significantly reduce the attack surface. Organizations should also consider implementing Content Security Policy headers and regular security audits of administrative endpoints to prevent similar vulnerabilities. This remediation approach aligns with ATT&CK technique T1548.002, which addresses privilege escalation through modification of authentication processes, and follows security best practices outlined in OWASP Top Ten 2021 for CSRF protection.