CVE-2022-42009

Apache Ambari: A malicious authenticated user can remotely execute arbitrary code in the context of the application.

Description

SpringEL injection in the server agent in Apache Ambari version 2.7.0 to 2.7.6 allows a malicious authenticated user to execute arbitrary code remotely. Users are recommended to upgrade to 2.7.7.

Category

8.0
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.19%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache Ambari
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://lists.apache.org/thread/6xf477ttz1oxmg0bx0tpdoz2mlqd7sbc vendor advisory mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-42009?
CVE-2022-42009 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-42009?
To fix CVE-2022-42009, 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-2022-42009 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-42009 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-2022-42009?
CVE-2022-42009 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache Ambari.
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