CVE-2024-49637 in Bet WC 2018 Russia Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 10/29/2024
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Foxskav Bet WC 2018 Russia bet-wc-2018-russia allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Bet WC 2018 Russia: from n/a through <= 2.1.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/07/2026
This cross-site scripting vulnerability resides within the Foxskav Bet WC 2018 Russia web application framework where insufficient input validation and sanitization occurs during web page generation processes. The flaw manifests as a reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. The vulnerability specifically impacts versions of the software from the initial release through version 2.1, indicating a persistent security weakness that has remained unaddressed for an extended period. The reflected nature of this vulnerability means that malicious scripts are executed in the victim's browser when they click on a specially crafted link or interact with a maliciously formatted web page. This type of vulnerability falls under CWE-79 which categorizes improper neutralization of input during web page generation as a critical security weakness that enables arbitrary code execution in user browsers. The attack vector typically involves an attacker crafting malicious input parameters that are then reflected back to the user without proper sanitization, allowing the injected script to execute within the user's browser context.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution to potentially enable full session hijacking, credential theft, and unauthorized access to user accounts. When users interact with maliciously crafted URLs containing XSS payloads, their browsers execute the injected scripts which can steal session cookies, redirect users to malicious sites, or perform actions on behalf of authenticated users. This vulnerability particularly affects the bet-wc-2018-russia module where user input is processed and displayed without adequate sanitization, creating a persistent threat vector for attackers targeting the application's user base. The reflected nature means that the attack requires user interaction with a malicious link, making it somewhat less automated than stored XSS but still highly dangerous. The vulnerability represents a fundamental flaw in the application's security architecture where input validation occurs too late in the processing pipeline, allowing malicious content to reach the browser before proper sanitization occurs. This issue directly aligns with ATT&CK technique T1566 which describes social engineering attacks through malicious links, and T1059 which covers execution through scripting languages.
Mitigation strategies should prioritize immediate implementation of proper input sanitization and output encoding mechanisms throughout the application's web page generation process. The most effective approach involves implementing comprehensive input validation that filters or escapes all user-supplied data before it is rendered in web pages, particularly focusing on the bet-wc-2018-russia module. Organizations should deploy Content Security Policy headers to limit script execution contexts and implement proper output encoding for all dynamic content. The vulnerability requires immediate patching with updated versions that include proper input sanitization routines and validation checks. Security teams should conduct thorough code reviews focusing on all input handling points within the affected application modules, implementing automated testing for XSS vulnerabilities during development cycles. Additionally, implementing a web application firewall that can detect and block known XSS attack patterns provides an additional protective layer. The remediation process should include comprehensive testing to ensure that all user input parameters are properly sanitized and that reflected scripts cannot be executed within the application's context, thereby eliminating the attack surface that enables this particular vulnerability.