SB2020062233 - Authentication bypass in Apache Shiro



SB2020062233 - Authentication bypass in Apache Shiro

Published: June 22, 2020 Updated: August 18, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2020062233
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

Medium 100%
  • Low
  • Medium
  • High
  • Critical

Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper Authentication (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-11989)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in when processing authentication requests in Apache Shiro with Spring dynamic controllers. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.