Authentication bypass in Apache Shiro



| Updated: 2022-10-16
Risk High
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2022-40664
CWE-ID CWE-287
Exploitation vector Network
Public exploit Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available.
Vulnerable software
 Apache Shiro
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor Apache Foundation

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.

1) Improper Authentication

EUVDB-ID: #VU68270

Risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 8.8 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-40664

CWE-ID: CWE-287 - Improper Authentication

Exploit availability: Yes

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error when forwarding or including requests via RequestDispatcher. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process 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

CPE2.3 External links

https://lists.apache.org/thread/loc2ktxng32xpy7lfwxto13k4lvnhjwg
https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/10/12/1


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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.



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