Vulnerability identifier: #VU71175
Vulnerability 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:
CWE-ID:
CWE-287
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Apache Shiro
Universal components / Libraries /
Software for developers
Vendor: Apache Foundation
Description
The 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.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Apache Shiro: 1.0.0 - 1.9.1
External links
http://lists.apache.org/thread/dzj0k2smpzzgj6g666hrbrgsrlf9yhkl
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.