CVE-2024-7873 in Veribase Order
Summary
by MITRE • 09/17/2024
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting'), Improper Encoding or Escaping of Output, CWE - 83 Improper Neutralization of Script in Attributes in a Web Page vulnerability in Veribilim Software Veribase Order allows Stored XSS, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), Exploit Script-Based APIs, XSS Through HTTP Headers.
This issue affects Veribase Order: before v4.010.3.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/02/2026
This vulnerability represents a critical web application security flaw in the Veribase Order system that enables stored cross-site scripting attacks through improper input sanitization and output encoding. The vulnerability falls under CWE-83 which specifically addresses improper neutralization of script in attributes within web pages, making it particularly dangerous as it allows malicious scripts to persist and execute in the context of other users' browsers. The flaw manifests when user-supplied data is not properly escaped or encoded during web page generation, creating opportunities for attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code that gets stored and executed whenever legitimate users view affected pages.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability occurs during the web page generation process where input data from users is not adequately sanitized before being rendered in HTML attributes or content sections. This creates a persistent XSS vector where malicious payloads can be stored in the application's database or storage mechanisms and subsequently executed whenever other users access pages containing the compromised data. The vulnerability extends beyond simple stored XSS to include XSS through HTTP headers, indicating that the security flaw affects multiple input vectors within the application's request processing pipeline. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to exploit script-based APIs and manipulate the application's behavior through malicious input that bypasses normal security controls.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe as it allows attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the context of authenticated users' browsers, potentially leading to session hijacking, data theft, privilege escalation, and full application compromise. The stored nature of the XSS attack means that malicious scripts remain persistent in the system, continuously affecting any user who accesses the compromised content without requiring repeated exploitation attempts. This vulnerability directly maps to ATT&CK technique T1566.001 which covers phishing with malicious attachments, as attackers can craft malicious payloads that exploit this vulnerability to deliver malicious scripts to unsuspecting users. The impact extends beyond immediate user compromise to potential lateral movement within networks where users have elevated privileges.
Mitigation strategies should focus on implementing comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the application's data flow. The primary defense involves proper escaping of all user-supplied input when rendering HTML content, particularly in attribute values where the vulnerability is most prevalent. Organizations should implement Content Security Policy headers to limit script execution and employ automatic output encoding libraries that properly escape special characters in different contexts. The affected version before v4.010.3 indicates that this vulnerability has existed for some time, emphasizing the importance of regular security updates and patch management. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls with XSS detection capabilities and conducting regular security testing including automated scanning and manual penetration testing can help identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities before they can be exploited in production environments.