Vulnerability identifier: #VU83545

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-46337

CWE-ID: CWE-90

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Apache Derby
Server applications / Database software

Vendor: Apache Foundation

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation when processing DLAP queries. A remote non-authenticated attacker can send a specially crafted LDAP query to the application, bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apache Derby: 10.1.1 - 10.16.1.1

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External links
http://lists.apache.org/thread/q23kvvtoohgzwybxpwozmvvk17rp0td3

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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.