CVE-2005-4709
First published: Sat Dec 31 2005(Updated: )
The popSubjectContext method in the SecurityAssociation class in JBoss Enterprise Java Beans (EJB) 3.0 RC3 maintains the threadPrincipal and threadCredential values from a previous client's authentication after termination of a client session, which allows remote attackers to gain the roles of an arbitrary previous client who had the same JBoss server thread.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| JBoss Enterprise Application Platform | =3.0_rc3 | |
| JBoss Enterprise Application Platform | =3.0_rc3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-4709?
CVE-2005-4709 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized role escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4709?
To resolve CVE-2005-4709, upgrade to a patched version of JBoss Enterprise Java Beans that addresses this authentication issue.
What systems are affected by CVE-2005-4709?
CVE-2005-4709 specifically affects JBoss Enterprise Java Beans version 3.0 RC3.
What can attackers achieve through CVE-2005-4709?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2005-4709 to gain roles and privileges from previously authenticated clients after session termination.
When was CVE-2005-4709 reported?
CVE-2005-4709 was reported in 2005, highlighting vulnerabilities present in the JBoss EJB 3.0 RC3 release.
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