CVE-2025-1196 in Real Estate Property Management System
Summary
by MITRE • 02/12/2025
A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in code-projects Real Estate Property Management System 1.0. Affected is an unknown function of the file /search.php. The manipulation of the argument PropertyName/StateName leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. Other parameters might be affected as well.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/21/2025
This vulnerability resides within the code-projects Real Estate Property Management System version 1.0, specifically targeting the /search.php file where an insecure input handling flaw has been identified. The vulnerability manifests when the PropertyName and StateName parameters are manipulated, creating a cross site scripting condition that allows malicious actors to inject and execute arbitrary script code within the victim's browser context. The flaw represents a classic reflected cross site scripting vulnerability where user-supplied input is directly incorporated into web page output without proper sanitization or encoding mechanisms.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability follows the CWE-79 pattern for cross site scripting, specifically categorized under reflected XSS where the malicious payload is delivered as part of a request to the web application. The attack vector is particularly concerning as it operates entirely through web-based interfaces, requiring no local system compromise or specialized tools beyond standard web browser capabilities. The vulnerability's remote exploitability means that attackers can initiate the attack from any location with internet access, potentially targeting multiple users simultaneously through crafted web requests.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution as it provides attackers with the capability to steal session cookies, perform unauthorized actions on behalf of users, redirect victims to malicious sites, or even modify the content displayed to users. This type of vulnerability directly violates the principle of input validation and output encoding, which are fundamental security measures recommended by the OWASP Top Ten Project and aligned with the MITRE ATT&CK framework's initial access techniques. The disclosed exploit status indicates that threat actors have already developed working payloads, increasing the risk to organizations utilizing this software.
Mitigation strategies should focus on implementing comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the application's codebase, particularly within the search functionality where the vulnerability was identified. The system should employ proper parameter sanitization techniques and implement Content Security Policy headers to limit script execution capabilities. Additionally, the application should utilize secure coding practices such as parameterized queries and proper HTML encoding of user-supplied data before rendering in web pages. Regular security assessments and input validation testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other parameters that may be susceptible to the same attack pattern. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls and monitoring systems to detect and prevent exploitation attempts.