Remote code execution in Apache Solr
| Risk | High |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2017-12629 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-77 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available. |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Apache Solr Client/Desktop applications / Other client software |
| Vendor | Apache Foundation |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.
1) Command injection
EUVDB-ID: #VU10219
Risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 9.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:U/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2017-12629
CWE-ID:
CWE-77 - Command injection
Exploit availability: Yes
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The weakness exists in the RunExecutableListener function due to insufficient security restrictions. A remote attacker can submit a specially crafted query to the affected system, inject arbitrary command and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.
Install update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsApache Solr: 5.5.0 - 7.0.1
External linkshttp://mail-archives.us.apache.org/mod_mbox/www-announce/201710.mbox/%3C018601d343b3$53868c50$fa93a4...
http://mail-archives.us.apache.org/mod_mbox/www-announce/201710.mbox/%3CCAOOKt51UO_6Vy%3Dj8W%3Dx1pMbLW9VJfZyFWz7pAnXJC_OAdSZubA%40mail.gmail.com%3E
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.
