CVE-2024-52342 in OS BXSlider Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 11/19/2024
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Offshorent Solutions Pvt Ltd. | Jinesh.P.V OS BXSlider allows Stored XSS.This issue affects OS BXSlider: from n/a through 2.6.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/25/2025
The vulnerability CVE-2024-52342 represents a critical security flaw in the OS BXSlider plugin developed by Offshorent Solutions Pvt Ltd, specifically classified as an improper neutralization of input during web page generation. This vulnerability manifests as a stored cross-site scripting attack vector that can be exploited by malicious actors to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. The issue affects all versions of the OS BXSlider plugin from the initial release through version 2.6, indicating a long-standing security gap that has remained unaddressed for an extended period. The vulnerability occurs when user-supplied input is not properly sanitized or escaped before being rendered in web page content, creating an opportunity for attackers to persistently inject malicious code that executes in the context of other users' browsers.
The technical implementation of this stored XSS vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and output encoding mechanisms within the OS BXSlider plugin. When users interact with the plugin's functionality, particularly in areas where content is stored and subsequently displayed, the plugin fails to properly sanitize user-provided data before it is written to the database and later retrieved for display. This allows attackers to craft malicious payloads that are stored within the application's data storage and executed whenever legitimate users view the affected web pages. The stored nature of this vulnerability means that once the malicious input is injected, it remains persistent and affects all users who access the compromised content, making it particularly dangerous for widespread impact.
The operational impact of CVE-2024-52342 extends beyond simple data theft or defacement, as it provides attackers with a powerful foothold for further exploitation within affected systems. Successful exploitation can lead to session hijacking, where attackers steal user authentication tokens to impersonate legitimate users, or enable more sophisticated attacks such as credential harvesting, data exfiltration, or even complete system compromise through secondary attacks. The vulnerability's presence in a widely used plugin means that numerous websites and applications could be vulnerable, potentially affecting thousands of end users. This stored XSS vector particularly threatens web applications that rely heavily on user-generated content or administrative interfaces, as it allows attackers to establish persistent malicious presence within the application environment. Organizations using affected versions of OS BXSlider face significant risk of unauthorized access, data breaches, and potential regulatory compliance violations.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-52342 should prioritize immediate remediation through updating to the latest available version of the OS BXSlider plugin where the vulnerability has been addressed. Security teams must conduct comprehensive audits of all systems utilizing this plugin to identify potentially compromised installations and implement proper input sanitization measures. The implementation of Content Security Policy headers can provide additional defense-in-depth protection against XSS attacks by restricting script execution and controlling resource loading. Organizations should also establish robust input validation procedures that follow established security standards including CWE-79, which specifically addresses cross-site scripting vulnerabilities, and align with ATT&CK framework techniques such as T1059.008 for script injection and T1566 for credential access through social engineering. Regular security testing and monitoring of web applications for similar vulnerabilities should be implemented as part of ongoing security operations to prevent future incidents of this nature.