CVE-2017-7676

Description

Policy resource matcher in Apache Ranger before 0.7.1 ignores characters after '*' wildcard character - like my*test, test*.txt. This can result in unintended behavior.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.89% Top 30%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache Ranger
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://cwiki.apache.org/confluence/display/RANGER/Vulnerabilities+found+in+Ranger release notes vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98958 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-7676?
CVE-2017-7676 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-7676?
To fix CVE-2017-7676, 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-2017-7676 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-7676 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-7676?
CVE-2017-7676 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache Ranger.
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