#VU80880 Security features bypass in Spring Security
Vulnerability identifier: #VU80880
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-254
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Spring Security
Server applications /
Frameworks for developing and running applications
Vendor:
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists due to the usage of "**" as a pattern in Spring Security configuration for WebFlux creates a mismatch in pattern matching between Spring Security and Spring WebFlux. A remote unauthenticated attacker can trigger the vulnerability to bypass security restrictions.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
External links
http://spring.io/security/cve-2023-34034
http://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20230814-0008/
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.
