CVE-2022-31189

"Internal System Error" page in DSpace JSPUI prints exceptions and stack traces without sanitization

Description

DSpace open source software is a repository application which provides durable access to digital resources. dspace-jspui is a UI component for DSpace. When an "Internal System Error" occurs in the JSPUI, then entire exception (including stack trace) is available. Information in this stacktrace may be useful to an attacker in launching a more sophisticated attack. This vulnerability only impacts the JSPUI. This issue has been fixed in version 6.4. users are advised to upgrade. Users unable to upgrade should disable the display of error messages in their internal.jsp file.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.09%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: DSpace DSpace
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/DSpace/DSpace/security/advisories/GHSA-c2j7-66m3-r4ff third party advisory patch
https://github.com/DSpace/DSpace/commit/afcc6c3389729b85d5c7b0230cbf9aaf7452f31a third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-31189?
CVE-2022-31189 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-31189?
To fix CVE-2022-31189, 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-2022-31189 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-31189 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-2022-31189?
CVE-2022-31189 affects DSpace DSpace.
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