Data Binding Configuration Vulnerability in Spring Framework by VMware
CVE-2022-22968

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Vmware
Status
Spring Framework
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 April 2022

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 34%

What is CVE-2022-22968?

The Spring Framework exhibits a data binding configuration vulnerability where the 'disallowedFields' patterns are case-sensitive. This means that fields will only be effectively protected if they are explicitly listed with both upper and lower case for their initial characters. This extends to all nested fields within the property path, posing a potential security risk if developers are unaware of this requirement. Proper configuration is crucial to mitigate the risk of unauthorized data exposure.

Affected Version(s)

Spring Framework Spring Framework versions 5.3.0 - 5.3.18, 5.2.0 - 5.2.20, and older unsupported versions

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

spring-rce-poc
Created by MarcinGadz

References

https://tanzu.vmware.com/security/cve-2022-22968
x_refsource_MISC
https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujul2022.html
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https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20220602-0004/
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EPSS Score

34% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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