#VU33715 Improper input validation in JRockit - CVE-2018-3149

Vulnerability identifier: #VU33715

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 6.6 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-3149

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
JRockit
Server applications / Web servers

Vendor: Oracle

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the JNDI component in JRockit. A remote non-authenticated attacker can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

JRockit: R28.3.19

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External links
https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuoct2018.html

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