CVE-2024-4585 in DedeCMS
Summary
by MITRE • 05/07/2024
A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in DedeCMS 5.7. This affects an unknown part of the file /src/dede/member_type.php. The manipulation leads to cross-site request forgery. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-263307. NOTE: The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/31/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-4585 represents a critical cross-site request forgery flaw within DedeCMS version 5.7, specifically impacting the /src/dede/member_type.php file. This type of vulnerability falls under CWE-352, which categorizes cross-site request forgery as a security weakness where an attacker can trick authenticated users into executing unwanted actions on a web application. The flaw exists in the application's authentication and authorization mechanisms, allowing malicious actors to manipulate the system through crafted requests that appear legitimate to the target application.
The technical implementation of this CSRF vulnerability stems from the absence of proper anti-CSRF tokens or validation mechanisms within the member_type.php file. When users access the affected page while authenticated, the application fails to verify the authenticity of requests originating from external sources. This creates a dangerous scenario where an attacker can construct malicious web pages or email attachments that automatically submit requests to the DedeCMS application, potentially performing administrative actions without the user's knowledge or consent. The remote exploitation capability means that attackers can leverage this vulnerability from any location without requiring physical access to the system.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft or modification, as it can enable complete compromise of user accounts and administrative privileges. An attacker could potentially modify user permissions, delete content, or even escalate privileges to gain full system control. The vulnerability's classification as problematic indicates that it has been actively exploited in the wild, as evidenced by the public disclosure and the associated VDB-263307 identifier. This suggests that threat actors have already developed working exploits, making the vulnerability particularly dangerous for organizations running affected DedeCMS installations. The lack of vendor response to early disclosure attempts further compounds the risk, leaving affected systems without official patches or mitigation guidance.
Organizations affected by this vulnerability should immediately implement compensating controls such as network-level filtering to restrict access to the vulnerable endpoint, implement additional authentication layers, and consider deploying web application firewalls to detect and block malicious requests. The mitigation strategy should also include comprehensive monitoring for unauthorized administrative activities and immediate user account verification procedures. Security teams should also conduct thorough audits of all DedeCMS installations to identify other potential CSRF vulnerabilities in related components. According to ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability maps to T1566.001 (Phishing: Spearphishing Attachment) and T1071.004 (Application Layer Protocol: DNS) as attackers may use various vectors to deliver CSRF payloads. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of implementing proper session management and request validation mechanisms in web applications, particularly those handling sensitive user data and administrative functions.