Multiple XSS in phpFox 4.8.9
In a research conducted by our team, we uncovered a series of Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities within the phpFox software. These vulnerabilities posed significant risks to users of the platform, potentially exposing them to malicious attacks aimed at stealing sensitive information or executing unauthorized actions.
Discovery Process:
Our journey began with a comprehensive analysis of the phpFox software, a popular social networking platform utilized by numerous websites globally. Through meticulous examination and rigorous testing, we identified several points of entry susceptible to XSS exploitation.
Identification of Vulnerabilities:
The vulnerabilities we discovered encompassed various components of the phpFox software, including user-generated content modules, input validation mechanisms, and data sanitization routines. By crafting specially-crafted payloads and injecting them into different areas of the application, we were able to bypass security measures and execute arbitrary JavaScript code within the context of unsuspecting users' sessions.
Impact Assessment:
The implications of these XSS vulnerabilities were far-reaching, potentially enabling attackers to hijack user sessions, steal authentication credentials, or manipulate user interactions on affected websites. Such exploits could have dire consequences for both individual users and the organizations hosting phpFox-powered platforms.
Collaboration and Disclosure:
Upon uncovering these vulnerabilities, our team promptly initiated communication with the developers of phpFox to responsibly disclose our findings. We worked closely with the phpFox security team to ensure that appropriate patches and mitigations were implemented to address the identified vulnerabilities, thereby safeguarding the integrity and security of the software.
Conclusion:
The discovery of multiple XSS vulnerabilities in phpFox software underscores the importance of continuous security assessments and proactive measures to mitigate potential risks. By fostering collaboration between security researchers and software developers, we can collectively strengthen the resilience of online platforms and enhance the protection of user data against emerging threats.
Through our research efforts, we remain committed to advancing the security posture of web applications and promoting a safer digital environment for all users
CVE-2022-34560
A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in PHPFox v4.8.9 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the History parameter.
- Vulnerability Type: Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
- Vendor of Product: phpFox LLC
- Affected Product Code Base: phpfox - 4.8.9
- Affected Component: /search/?q=test&view=ynblog&encode=1&history="/><script>alert("XSS")</script>
- Attack Type: Remote
- Impact Code execution: false
- CVE Impact Other: Reflected cross site scripting
- Attack Vectors:
- To exploit the vulnerability the user needs to be authenticated first. Then send the crafted URL to the user. i.e site.com//search/?q=<u>test<%2Fu>&view=ynblog&encode=1&history="/><script>alert("XSS")</script>
- Reference: https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/79.html
- Discoverer: Mohammed Shine, Shibin B Shaji and Vishnu Prasad PG from UST Security Research Team