SB2019032114 - Remote code execution in Sonatype Nexus Repository Manager



SB2019032114 - Remote code execution in Sonatype Nexus Repository Manager

Published: March 21, 2019 Updated: July 26, 2019

Security Bulletin ID SB2019032114
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2019-7238)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote unauthenticated attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request to the affected application and execute arbitrary code on the system.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to compromise vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.