CVE-2021-25958

Generation of Error Message Containing Sensitive Information in Apache OFBiz

Description

In Apache Ofbiz, versions v17.12.01 to v17.12.07 implement a try catch exception to handle errors at multiple locations but leaks out sensitive table info which may aid the attacker for further recon. A user can register with a very long password, but when he tries to login with it an exception occurs.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to version release17.12.08

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 2.09% Top 20%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory whitesourcesoftware.com
Affected: apache ofbiz-framework
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/apache/ofbiz-framework/commit/2f5b8d33e32c4d9a48243cf9e503236acd5aec5c third party advisory patch
https://www.whitesourcesoftware.com/vulnerability-database/CVE-2021-25958 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-25958?
CVE-2021-25958 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-25958?
To fix CVE-2021-25958: Update to version release17.12.08
Is CVE-2021-25958 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-25958 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-25958?
CVE-2021-25958 affects apache ofbiz-framework.
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