CVE-2016-4462

Description

By manipulating the URL parameter externalLoginKey, a malicious, logged in user could pass valid Freemarker directives to the Template Engine that are reflected on the webpage; a specially crafted Freemarker template could be used for remote code execution. Mitigation: Upgrade to Apache OFBiz 16.11.01

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.29%
Third-Party Advisory git.net
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache OFBiz
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://git.net/ml/dev.ofbiz.apache.org/2016-11/msg00180.html url repurposed mailing list third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-4462?
CVE-2016-4462 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-4462?
To fix CVE-2016-4462, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2016-4462 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2016-4462 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-4462?
CVE-2016-4462 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache OFBiz.
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