Vulnerability identifier: #VU10461

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-1297

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Apache JMeter
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor: Apache Foundation

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions on the target system.

The weakness exists due to the use of an unsecured RMI connection. A remote attacker can escape the sandbox, gain access to JMeterEngine and send unauthorized code.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apache JMeter: 2.0 - 3.0

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External links
http://jmeter.apache.org/

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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.