Authentication bypass in Apache Shiro
| Risk | Medium |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2023-22602 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-287 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Apache Shiro Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers |
| Vendor | Apache Foundation |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one medium risk vulnerability.
1) Improper Authentication
EUVDB-ID: #VU71175
Risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-22602
CWE-ID:
CWE-287 - Improper Authentication
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.
The vulnerability exists due to an error in configuration when Shiro and Spring Boot are using different pattern-matching techniques. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process via a specially crafted HTTP request and gain unauthorized access to the application.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsApache Shiro: 1.0.0 - 1.9.1
External linkshttp://lists.apache.org/thread/dzj0k2smpzzgj6g666hrbrgsrlf9yhkl
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.
