CVE-2022-34258 : Security Advisory and Response

Adobe Commerce Stored XSS Arbitrary code execution

Understanding CVE-2022-34258

This CVE involves a stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Adobe Commerce versions 2.4.3-p2 and earlier, 2.3.7-p3 and earlier, and 2.4.4 and earlier. This vulnerability allows an attacker with admin privileges to inject malicious scripts into vulnerable form fields, leading to the execution of malicious JavaScript in a victim's browser.

What is CVE-2022-34258?

The CVE-2022-34258 vulnerability affects Adobe Commerce versions 2.4.3-p2 and earlier, 2.3.7-p3 and earlier, and 2.4.4 and earlier. It is classified as a stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability (CWE-79) that could be exploited by an attacker with admin privileges.

The Impact of CVE-2022-34258

The impact of this vulnerability is that an attacker could inject malicious scripts into form fields, allowing them to execute arbitrary code in a victim's browser. This could result in unauthorized access to sensitive information or other malicious activities.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-34258

Vulnerability Description

The stored XSS vulnerability in Adobe Commerce versions mentioned above allows an attacker with admin privileges to insert malicious scripts into form fields, leading to arbitrary code execution in a victim's browser.

Affected Systems and Versions

Adobe Commerce versions 2.4.3-p2 and earlier, 2.3.7-p3 and earlier, and 2.4.4 and earlier are affected by this vulnerability.

Exploitation Mechanism

To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker needs admin privileges to inject malicious scripts into vulnerable form fields. When a victim accesses a page containing the vulnerable field, the malicious JavaScript is executed in their browser.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade Adobe Commerce to the latest version to patch the vulnerability.
Regularly monitor and restrict admin privileges to prevent unauthorized access.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement input validation to sanitize and filter user input to prevent XSS attacks.
Educate users and developers about secure coding practices to mitigate similar vulnerabilities in the future.

Patching and Updates

Ensure timely application of security patches provided by Adobe Commerce to address known vulnerabilities and enhance overall security posture.