CVE-2012-4968: Silverstripe/framework Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-v358-rvxr-wffx
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CWE-79
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2012-4968 is a MODERATE cross-site scripting vulnerability (CWE-79: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')) affecting Silverstripe/framework libraries in the Packagist ecosystem. The issue involves silverstripe xss vulnerabilities. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 2.3.13, 2.4.7.

CVE-2012-4968 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2012-4968
GHSA Identifier GHSA-v358-rvxr-wffx
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-79: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')
Affected Product Silverstripe/framework
Package Ecosystem Packagist
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2012-4968

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Silverstripe/framework dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

silverstripe/framework fixed: 2.3.13 
Upgrade silverstripe/framework to 2.3.13
silverstripe/framework fixed: 2.4.7 
Upgrade silverstripe/framework to 2.4.7
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

inspect dependencies for silverstripe/framework

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your application is affected by CVE-2012-4968, inspect your project dependencies for Silverstripe/framework:

inspect dependencies for silverstripe/framework

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Silverstripe/framework in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 2.3.13), your application is affected.

Note: Verify declared build manifests and deployed runtime container environments.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-79: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting'), where the product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users. In Silverstripe/framework, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in SilverStripe 2.3.x before 2.3.13 and 2.4.x before 2.4.7 allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via 1. a crafted string to the `AbsoluteLinks` 1. `BigSummary` 1. `ContextSummary` 1. `EscapeXML` 1. `FirstParagraph` 1. `FirstSentence` 1. `Initial` 1. `LimitCharacters` 1. `LimitSentences` 1. `LimitWordCount` 1. `LimitWordCountXML` 1. `Lower` 1. `LowerCase` 1. `NoHTML` 1. `Summary` 1. `Upper` 1. `UpperCase`, or 1. `URL` method in a template, different vectors than CVE-2012-0976.

CVE-2012-4968 Affected Silverstripe/framework Versions

2 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
2.3.132.4.7
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
silverstripe/framework
 Packagist
≥ 2.3
< 2.3.13
2.3.13
silverstripe/framework
 Packagist
≥ 2.4
< 2.4.7
2.4.7

References

NVD — CVE-2012-4968 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2012-4968
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/silverstripe/sapphire/commit/0085876
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/silverstripe/silverstripe-framework/commit/0085876495f0f8dda5dc58cb24a8f2220e7baf1e
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/silverstripe/silverstripe-framework/commit/15e9e059e5948ccf8f5a36dfcb435ad26ecec334
Silverstripe/framework Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/silverstripe/silverstripe-framework
doc.silverstripe.org/framework/en/trunk/... WEB
http://doc.silverstripe.org/framework/en/trunk/changelogs/2.3.13
doc.silverstripe.org/framework/en/trunk/... WEB
http://doc.silverstripe.org/framework/en/trunk/changelogs/2.4.7
Silverstripe/framework Security Information SECURITY
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/04/30/1
Silverstripe/framework Security Information SECURITY
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/04/30/3

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-4968?
CVE-2012-4968 is a security vulnerability in Silverstripe/framework involving Silverstripe XSS Vulnerabilities under CWE-79: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting').
Which Silverstripe/framework versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 2.3.13, 2.4.7 across affected packages: silverstripe/framework.
What version fixes CVE-2012-4968?
Upgrading to 2.3.13, 2.4.7 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is silverstripe/framework affected?
Yes, silverstripe/framework is affected in releases prior to 2.3.13, 2.4.7. Upgrade your dependency to 2.3.13, 2.4.7 or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2012-4968?
CVE-2012-4968 is classified under CWE-79: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') (The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users.).
How can I check Packagist dependencies for CVE-2012-4968?
Run the dependency tree command: 'inspect dependencies for silverstripe/framework'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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