Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Apache Archiva by Apache
CVE-2016-5003

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Apache
Status
Ws-xmlrpc
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 October 2017

Summary

The Apache XML-RPC library, utilized in Apache Archiva version 3.1.3, is susceptible to a serious vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. This occurs via specially crafted serialized Java objects embedded within an ex:serializable element. Exploiting this vulnerability could lead to significant security risks, making it critical for users of Apache Archiva to apply necessary mitigations and updates.

References

http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/12/5
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https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:1779
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https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:1784
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EPSS Score

62% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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