CVE-2012-10032 Maxthon3 about:history XCS Trusted Zone Code Execution
HighCVSS 8.7
EPSS 1.5%
Framework module
- Published
- Updated
- Exploit status
- Public exploit available
Description
Maxthon3 version 3.2.2 build 1000 and prior are vulnerable to cross context scripting (XCS) via the about:history page. The browser’s trusted zone improperly handles injected script content, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in a privileged context. This flaw enables modification of browser configuration and execution of arbitrary code through Maxthon’s exposed DOM APIs, including maxthon.program.Program.launch() and maxthon.io.writeDataURL(). Exploitation requires user interaction, typically by visiting a malicious webpage that triggers the injection.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Maxthon International Ltd. Maxthon3 Browser | >= 3.1.7 build 600, <= 3.2.2 build 1000 | No fix listed |
References
- raw.githubusercontent.com exploit
- www.exploit-db.com exploit
- blog.malerisch.net exploit technical-description
- www.maxthon.com product
- www.fortiguard.com third-party-advisory
- www.vulncheck.com third-party-advisory