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Idealancy Xss Bug Report

Hijaab Sikander reports a serious reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability on the Idealancy e-commerce website, which could expose sensitive user information. The vulnerability affects the search functionality and poses risks such as unauthorized access to accounts and potential financial losses. Immediate remediation is recommended to protect user data and maintain customer trust.

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Idealancy Xss Bug Report

Hijaab Sikander reports a serious reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability on the Idealancy e-commerce website, which could expose sensitive user information. The vulnerability affects the search functionality and poses risks such as unauthorized access to accounts and potential financial losses. Immediate remediation is recommended to protect user data and maintain customer trust.

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Dhedhi Business Avenue, SITE AREA, Karachi - +92-311-1102253 -

[email protected]

Introduction:

My name is Hijaab Sikander, and I am a cybersecurity enthusiast. I am writing to report


a serious security vulnerability. While browsing your website https://www.idealancy.pk/, I
discovered that your e-commerce website affects search functionality. This vulnerability
is a reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attack, which is present on all pages
containing the search bar. Due to the nature of your platform, which likely stores
sensitive user information such as credit card details and bank information, this
vulnerability poses a substantial risk to your users and your company. I strongly
recommend addressing this issue promptly to prevent potential exploitation.

Types of Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)

1. Stored XSS
Stored XSS occurs when the injected script is permanently stored on the target
servers, such as in a database, comment field, or other data-storing mechanism.
When a user visits the affected page, the script is executed, allowing the attacker
to hijack the session or perform other malicious actions.
2. Reflected XSS
This type of XSS occurs when malicious scripts are reflected off a web server
and immediately returned to the user. The vulnerability discovered in your
website falls into this category, as it affects the search feature. Reflected XSS
can be exploited by tricking a user into clicking on a malicious link, leading to
theft of sensitive information such as cookies or session tokens.
3. DOM-based XSS
In this type, the vulnerability exists within the client-side code rather than the
server-side code. The attack is carried out and executed by the browser, often
through JavaScript that manipulates the DOM.

Details of the Vulnerability:


I have identified a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability on your e-
commerce website. This vulnerability occurs when a script is reflected in the website’s
response and executed in users' browsers. It presents a serious security risk, as it can
expose sensitive information, including session cookies, which may contain user login
data and payment information.
- Vulnerability Type: Reflected XSS
- Impact: Exposure of session cookies and sensitive data
- Affected Area: https://www.idealancy.pk/
This vulnerability allows malicious scripts to be executed in the context of the user’s
session, potentially compromising their accounts and personal information.

Impact on the Website

1. Compromised Security
The XSS vulnerability enables attackers to execute malicious scripts, risking
unauthorized access to sensitive data and user sessions.
2. Loss of Customer Trust
Security flaws can lead to a loss of customer confidence, potentially causing
existing users to leave and deterring new users from joining.
3. Financial and Reputational Harm
A breach could result in negative publicity, legal ramifications, and costs
associated with incident response and lost business.
4. Regulatory Non-Compliance
Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with data protection
laws, resulting in fines or legal consequences.
5. Risk of Future Exploits
Unpatched vulnerabilities can serve as entry points for more severe attacks,
increasing the risk of broader security breaches.

Impact on Your Company

Addressing this vulnerability is crucial, as an attacker could potentially exploit it to


compromise your company's reputation and user trust. Potential impacts include:

 Loss of customer trust: A security breach could cause users to lose confidence
in the safety of their data on your platform.
 Financial and reputational harm: An exploited vulnerability could lead to
negative publicity, regulatory penalties, or legal ramifications.
 Risk of data theft: Attackers could potentially gain access to sensitive user
information, including credit card and banking details, which may have severe
consequences for your business.

Impact on Users

A successful attack leveraging this vulnerability could harm your users in various ways,
including:

 Unauthorized access to accounts: Attackers could steal session cookies to


impersonate users and gain access to personal data.
 Identity theft and phishing: Users could be tricked into providing additional
sensitive information through phishing schemes.
 Financial risk: If an attacker can gain access to stored payment details, users
might face unauthorized charges.

Pros and Cons of Reflected XSS Vulnerability

Pros
While there are no benefits to having an XSS vulnerability, identifying and addressing
this issue promptly can improve your website’s security posture and strengthen user
trust.

Cons

 Security risk: This vulnerability could expose both the website and its users to
malicious activities.
 Business impact: Exploitation could lead to financial loss and damage to your
brand reputation.

Potential Damage from Reflected XSS

This XSS vulnerability can cause extensive damage, including:

 Financial Losses: Due to stolen data or reduced user trust, leading to fewer
transactions and reduced user engagement.
 Legal Liability: Data breaches resulting from this vulnerability could expose the
company to legal repercussions, particularly if sensitive user data is
compromised.
 Data Corruption: Malicious scripts could alter data displayed to users or even
stored on your servers.
 User data theft: Including session tokens, cookies, and potentially sensitive
personal information.
 Malicious redirection: Users could be directed to malicious sites without their
consent, leading to malware infections or phishing attacks.
 Unauthorized transactions: Attackers could potentially leverage compromised
accounts to perform unauthorized transactions.

Screenshots and Evidence

To aid in understanding the vulnerability, I am attaching screenshots that demonstrate


how the XSS vulnerability is present in the search functionality. These screenshots
illustrate the unsanitized input reflection, which highlights the need for prompt
remediation.
Domain of the company through xss:
Cookies of the company through xss:

Conclusion

I strongly recommend addressing this vulnerability immediately to prevent potential


exploitation. Securing your website will not only protect user data but also enhance
customer trust and mitigate legal risks. As a token of appreciation for identifying and
reporting this issue, I would appreciate if you could consider a bounty reward.

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