CVE-2024-49632 in CWD 3D Image Gallery Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 10/29/2024
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Senthil Vel CWD 3D Image Gallery cwd-3d-image-gallery allows Reflection Injection.This issue affects CWD 3D Image Gallery: from n/a through <= 1.0.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/07/2026
This cross-site scripting vulnerability resides within the Senthil Vel CWD 3D Image Gallery plugin, specifically in its web page generation functionality where input validation fails to properly sanitize user-supplied data. The flaw manifests as an improper neutralization of input during web page generation, creating a reflective cross-site scripting attack vector that allows remote attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. The vulnerability affects all versions of the plugin up to and including version 1.0, indicating a long-standing issue that has not been addressed in the affected release cycle.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability enables attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code through reflected parameters in the web application's response. When users view web pages generated by the plugin, the malicious scripts execute in their browsers, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or redirection to malicious sites. This reflective injection occurs because the plugin fails to properly escape or filter input data before incorporating it into dynamically generated web content, creating a direct pathway for malicious code execution within user contexts.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution, as it represents a critical security weakness that can be exploited across multiple user sessions. Attackers can craft malicious URLs that, when clicked by victims, will execute scripts in their browsers without requiring any special privileges or authentication. This vulnerability directly maps to CWE-79 which describes improper neutralization of input during web page generation, and aligns with ATT&CK technique T1566.001 for initial access through spearphishing attachments or links. The reflected nature of the vulnerability means that the malicious payload is reflected back from the server to the client, making it particularly dangerous in web environments where users frequently click on links from untrusted sources.
Mitigation strategies should focus on implementing proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the plugin's codebase, specifically addressing how user-supplied parameters are processed and rendered in generated web pages. The recommended approach includes implementing strict input sanitization routines that filter or escape potentially dangerous characters before any data is incorporated into web page content. Additionally, developers should implement Content Security Policy headers to limit script execution capabilities, and ensure that all user inputs are properly encoded using context-appropriate escaping mechanisms. Regular security audits and code reviews should be conducted to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities in the plugin's functionality, with particular attention to any dynamic content generation processes that may be susceptible to injection attacks. The vulnerability also necessitates immediate patching or version updates to address the reflected XSS issue, as the affected versions lack proper security controls to prevent malicious script injection.