CVE-2024-51691 in Admin Amplify Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 11/09/2024
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Aryan Duntley Admin Amplify allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Admin Amplify: from n/a through 1.3.0.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/28/2025
This vulnerability represents a classic reflected cross-site scripting flaw that exploits improper input validation during web page generation within the Admin Amplify application. The issue stems from the application's failure to adequately sanitize user-supplied input before incorporating it into dynamically generated web content, creating an avenue for malicious actors to inject arbitrary javascript code. The vulnerability specifically manifests when the application reflects user input back to the browser without proper neutralization, allowing attackers to execute scripts in the context of other users' sessions. This type of weakness falls under the CWE-79 category of Cross-Site Scripting, which is one of the most prevalent and dangerous web application vulnerabilities. The reflected nature of this vulnerability means that the malicious script is delivered and executed as part of a single request, typically through a maliciously crafted URL that includes the harmful payload.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker crafts a malicious URL containing javascript code that gets reflected back to a victim's browser when the victim clicks on the link. The application's insufficient input sanitization allows the malicious payload to bypass security controls and execute within the victim's browser context. This vulnerability affects all versions of Admin Amplify from the initial release through version 1.3.0, indicating that the input validation mechanisms were either absent or inadequate throughout this version range. The impact of reflected XSS vulnerabilities extends beyond simple script execution, as they can be leveraged to steal session cookies, perform actions on behalf of users, redirect to malicious sites, or even install malware. The vulnerability essentially allows an attacker to hijack user sessions and potentially gain unauthorized access to administrative functions.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is significant as it compromises the integrity and security of user sessions within the application. When an attacker successfully exploits this reflected XSS vulnerability, they can execute arbitrary code in the victim's browser, potentially leading to session hijacking, data theft, or unauthorized administrative actions. The vulnerability's presence in multiple versions suggests that organizations using Admin Amplify may have been exposed to this risk for an extended period. The attack vector typically involves social engineering through phishing emails or malicious links, where users are tricked into clicking on URLs containing the malicious payload. This creates a persistent security risk for any organization relying on the affected application, as the vulnerability can be exploited by anyone who has access to the application's URL structure and can craft appropriate malicious payloads.
Organizations should immediately implement mitigations including input validation, output encoding, and proper content security policies to prevent exploitation of this vulnerability. The recommended approach involves implementing strict input validation that rejects or sanitizes potentially malicious content before it is processed or rendered in web pages. Additionally, implementing proper output encoding techniques ensures that any user-supplied data is rendered safely in the browser context. The application should also implement Content Security Policy headers to limit script execution and prevent unauthorized code from running. From an ATT&CK framework perspective, this vulnerability maps to techniques involving command and control communication and credential access through session hijacking. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls and monitoring for suspicious patterns in user requests that might indicate exploitation attempts. The vulnerability highlights the critical importance of input sanitization and output encoding in preventing XSS attacks, which aligns with security best practices outlined in various cybersecurity frameworks including NIST and ISO 27001 standards.