CVE-2024-51713 in HQ60 Fidelity Card Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 11/09/2024
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in TRe Technology And Research S.R.L HQ60 Fidelity Card allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects HQ60 Fidelity Card: from n/a through 1.8.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/28/2025
This vulnerability represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw in the HQ60 Fidelity Card system developed by TRe Technology And Research S.R.L. The issue manifests as improper neutralization of input during web page generation, creating an avenue for malicious actors to inject and execute arbitrary scripts within the victim's browser context. The vulnerability specifically affects versions ranging from the initial release through version 1.8, indicating a persistent flaw that has not been adequately addressed in the product lifecycle.
The technical implementation of this reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability occurs when user input is inadequately sanitized or escaped before being rendered in web page content. When an attacker crafts a malicious payload and delivers it through a specially crafted URL or form submission, the system fails to properly neutralize the input characters, allowing the injected script to execute in the context of the victim's browser session. This type of vulnerability falls under CWE-79 which specifically addresses cross-site scripting conditions where input is not properly sanitized, and aligns with ATT&CK technique T1531 which covers the exploitation of web application vulnerabilities for code execution.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution, as it can enable attackers to hijack user sessions, steal sensitive information, manipulate web content, or redirect users to malicious websites. Given that this affects a fidelity card system, the potential consequences include unauthorized access to customer loyalty programs, theft of personal identification numbers, and compromise of financial transaction data. The reflected nature of the vulnerability means that the malicious payload must be delivered to the victim through external means such as email links, social engineering campaigns, or compromised websites, making it particularly dangerous in environments where users frequently interact with external communications.
Mitigation strategies should focus on implementing comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the application's web interface. The system must employ proper HTML escaping and context-appropriate encoding for all user-supplied input before rendering it in web pages. Additionally, implementing Content Security Policy headers, using secure session management practices, and conducting regular security assessments of web applications can significantly reduce the risk of exploitation. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls and monitoring for suspicious input patterns to detect potential attack attempts. The vulnerability highlights the critical importance of following secure coding practices and adhering to established security frameworks such as those recommended by OWASP to prevent such persistent flaws in web application development cycles.