ID:8853 - Exploit for Code Injection in Dropwizard - CVE-2020-5245

 
Main Vulnerability Database Exploits ID:8853 - Exploit for Code Injection in Dropwizard - CVE-2020-5245

ID:8853 - Exploit for Code Injection in Dropwizard - CVE-2020-5245

Published: February 20, 2023


Vulnerability identifier: #VU25726
Vulnerability risk: High
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-5245
CWE-ID: CWE-94
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Vulnerable software:
Dropwizard

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation. A remote authenticated attacker can inject arbitrary Java Expression Language expressions when using the self-validating feature and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.