CVE-2024-54358 in 3D Avatar User Profile Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 12/16/2024
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Avatar 3D Creator 3D Avatar User Profile allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects 3D Avatar User Profile: from n/a through 1.0.0.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/17/2025
The CVE-2024-54358 vulnerability represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw in the Avatar 3D Creator 3D Avatar User Profile application, specifically within the 3D Avatar User Profile component version range from n/a through 1.0.0. This vulnerability falls under the CWE-79 category of Cross-Site Scripting, which is one of the most prevalent and dangerous web application security weaknesses according to the CWE database. The flaw manifests as improper neutralization of input during web page generation, creating an environment where malicious scripts can be injected and executed within the context of other users' browsers. The reflected nature of this XSS vulnerability means that the malicious payload is reflected off the web server back to the user, typically through parameters in URLs or form submissions, making it particularly dangerous for web applications that process user input without adequate sanitization.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability occurs when the application fails to properly sanitize or encode user-supplied input before incorporating it into dynamically generated web pages. When a user submits data through the 3D Avatar User Profile interface or through URL parameters, the application processes this input without adequate validation or output encoding mechanisms. This allows an attacker to craft malicious payloads that, when executed, can steal session cookies, perform unauthorized actions on behalf of users, or redirect them to malicious sites. The vulnerability specifically impacts the web page generation process where user profile data is rendered, creating a direct pathway for script execution within the victim's browser context. The reflected nature indicates that the malicious input is immediately reflected back to the user without being stored, making it a server-side vulnerability that requires no persistent storage of malicious content.
The operational impact of CVE-2024-54358 extends beyond simple data theft or defacement, as it can enable sophisticated attack vectors within the context of the 3D Avatar User Profile application. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to execute malicious scripts that may harvest user credentials, manipulate the application's functionality, or establish persistent access through session hijacking techniques. The reflected XSS nature means that the attack requires user interaction with a malicious link, but once triggered, it can have severe consequences for user privacy and application integrity. The vulnerability affects all versions from n/a through 1.0.0, indicating that it exists in the initial release and potentially all subsequent versions without proper mitigation. This vulnerability directly aligns with ATT&CK technique T1566.001 for Initial Access through Spearphishing Attachment and T1059.007 for Command and Scripting Interpreter through JavaScript, making it a significant threat vector in the attack lifecycle.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-54358 must focus on implementing robust input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the 3D Avatar User Profile application. The primary defense involves implementing proper HTML encoding of user-supplied input before rendering it in web pages, which directly addresses the root cause of the reflected XSS vulnerability. Additionally, developers should implement Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to limit script execution and prevent unauthorized code injection. The application should employ proper input validation techniques using allowlists for acceptable characters and lengths, while also implementing proper output encoding for different contexts such as HTML, JavaScript, and URL contexts. Security headers including X-Content-Type-Options and X-Frame-Options should be implemented to provide additional protection layers. Regular security testing including automated scanning and manual penetration testing should be conducted to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities in the application's codebase. The vulnerability also highlights the importance of following secure coding practices as outlined in OWASP Top 10 and the CWE guidelines for preventing XSS attacks through proper input sanitization and output encoding mechanisms.