Filter Bypass in Apache Shiro Affects Multiple Versions
CVE-2016-6802

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Apache
Status
Shiro
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 September 2016

What is CVE-2016-6802?

Prior to version 1.3.2, Apache Shiro is susceptible to a filter bypass vulnerability that allows attackers to circumvent designated servlet filters, thereby gaining unauthorized access. This issue arises specifically when a non-root servlet context path is employed, enabling potential exploitation without appropriate permissions.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/539397/100/0/threaded
mailing-listx_refsource_BUGTRAQ
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138709/Apache-Shiro-...
x_refsource_MISC
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92947
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID

EPSS Score

9% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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