CVE-2025-22340 in Data Dash Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 04/17/2025
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Think201 Data Dash allows Stored XSS. This issue affects Data Dash: from n/a through 1.2.3.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/17/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-22340 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw within the Think201 Data Dash application, specifically classified as a stored XSS vulnerability under the Common Weakness Enumeration framework as CWE-79. This weakness occurs when web applications fail to properly sanitize user input before incorporating it into dynamically generated web pages, creating an environment where malicious scripts can be persistently stored and executed against unsuspecting users. The vulnerability affects all versions of Data Dash from the initial release through version 1.2.3, indicating a long-standing issue that has not been adequately addressed in the software lifecycle.
The technical implementation of this flaw allows attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code into the application's data handling processes, which then gets stored within the application's database or storage mechanisms. When other users subsequently view pages that display this malicious content, the injected scripts execute within their browser context, potentially enabling session hijacking, credential theft, or redirection to malicious sites. This stored nature of the vulnerability means that the attack vector persists even after the initial injection, making it particularly dangerous as it can affect multiple users over extended periods without requiring repeated exploitation attempts.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution, as it fundamentally compromises the integrity of the web application's user interface and data presentation layers. Attackers can leverage this weakness to manipulate displayed information, inject malicious content into reports or dashboards, and potentially escalate privileges within the application's user context. The vulnerability's presence in the Data Dash application creates a persistent threat vector that can be exploited by malicious actors to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information or manipulate the application's behavior, particularly in environments where the application handles confidential business data or user information.
Organizations utilizing Think201 Data Dash versions through 1.2.3 should immediately implement mitigations including input validation, output encoding, and content security policy enforcement to prevent malicious script injection. The recommended approach involves implementing strict sanitization of all user inputs before storage, employing proper HTML encoding for dynamic content rendering, and establishing robust application-level security controls that align with the ATT&CK framework's mitigation strategies for web application vulnerabilities. Additionally, regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning should be conducted to identify similar weaknesses in the application's architecture and ensure comprehensive protection against persistent threats.