CVE-2025-25916 in wuzhicms
Summary
by MITRE • 02/28/2025
wuzhicms v4.1.0 has a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in del function in \coreframe\app\member\admin\group.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/02/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-25916 affects wuzhicms version 4.1.0 and represents a cross site scripting vulnerability within the delete function of the application. This type of vulnerability falls under CWE-79 which specifically addresses cross site scripting flaws in web applications. The vulnerability occurs when user input is not properly sanitized before being processed by the del function, creating an opportunity for malicious actors to inject malicious scripts into the application's response. The attack vector typically involves an attacker crafting malicious input that gets executed in the context of a victim's browser when the vulnerable delete functionality is invoked.
The technical flaw manifests in the improper handling of user-supplied data within the delete operation, where input validation and output encoding mechanisms fail to adequately sanitize potentially malicious payloads. When a user interacts with the delete function, the application processes the input without sufficient sanitization measures, allowing script code to persist in the application's response. This creates a persistent XSS vulnerability that can be exploited across different contexts depending on how the delete function is implemented within the CMS framework. The vulnerability is particularly concerning as it resides in core administrative functionality, potentially allowing attackers to execute malicious code in the context of authenticated users.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script injection, as it can enable attackers to escalate privileges, steal session cookies, perform unauthorized actions, or redirect users to malicious sites. In the context of a content management system like wuzhicms, this vulnerability could allow unauthorized users to manipulate content, access restricted areas, or compromise the entire application if the delete function is accessible to unauthenticated users. The vulnerability may also facilitate more sophisticated attacks such as session hijacking or credential theft, particularly if the application maintains session information in the browser context where the XSS payload executes. The attack surface is further expanded when considering that the delete functionality is often used in administrative panels where users have elevated privileges.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should focus on implementing comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms throughout the application's data processing pipeline. The recommended approach involves sanitizing all user input through proper validation frameworks and ensuring that any data returned to users is properly encoded to prevent script execution. Organizations should implement Content Security Policy headers to limit script execution capabilities and establish secure coding practices that prevent XSS vulnerabilities in all application components. Additionally, regular security assessments and code reviews should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other application functions that may not have been properly secured. The fix should include immediate patching of the affected wuzhicms version to address the specific XSS flaw in the delete function, following the principle of least privilege to ensure that only authorized users can access administrative delete operations. This vulnerability also highlights the importance of adhering to ATT&CK framework principles for defensive measures, particularly focusing on preventing code injection attacks through proper input sanitization and output encoding practices.