Baidu Map API Content-Security-Policy Bypass Scanner
This scanner detects the use of Baidu Map API in digital assets. It helps identify potential Content-Security-Policy Bypass vulnerabilities, which are critical for maintaining web security standards and preventing unauthorized script executions.
Short Info
Level
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
1 week 9 hours
Scan only one
URL
Toolbox
The Baidu Map API is widely used in web applications for integrating map features. It is popular among developers for its ease of use and extensive functionality. However, it may introduce security risks if not implemented correctly. This scanner is designed to identify potential vulnerabilities within the integration of Baidu Map API in web applications. It is crucial for developers and security teams who aim to ensure that the API usage complies with security standards and protects against external threats.
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) is a vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. It is a prevalent security issue in web applications, often leading to data theft, session hijacking, or defacement of websites. The vulnerability can be exploited when a web application improperly validates user inputs. This scanner detects such vulnerabilities associated with the Baidu Map API, ensuring that appropriate measures can be taken to mitigate potential attacks.
Technical details of this vulnerability highlight the use of the "Content-Security-Policy" header in preventing external script execution. An attacker can exploit a misconfigured policy to execute arbitrary scripts through the Baidu Map API. The template navigates to a target URL and attempts to inject a script using known API endpoints to test for potential bypasses. Successful exploitation can demonstrate a gap in the content security policy, indicating a need for corrective action to prevent unauthorized script execution.
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to execute malicious scripts within the context of a user's session. Such exploitation might lead to unauthorized actions on behalf of the users without their knowledge or consent. It could result in sensitive data exposure, manipulation of application behavior, or reputational damage. In severe cases, it may provide a foothold for further infiltration into the system.
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