CVE-2015-0225: Command Injection

Published Apr 3, 2015
·
Updated

The default configuration in Apache Cassandra 1.2.0 through 1.2.19, 2.0.0 through 2.0.13, and 2.1.0 through 2.1.3 binds an unauthenticated JMX/RMI interface to all network interfaces, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Java code via an RMI request.

Affected Software

38 affected components
Apache Cassandra=1.2.0
Apache Cassandra=1.2.1
Apache Cassandra=1.2.2
Apache Cassandra=1.2.3
Apache Cassandra=1.2.4
Apache Cassandra=1.2.5
Apache Cassandra=1.2.6
Apache Cassandra=1.2.7
Apache Cassandra=1.2.8
Apache Cassandra=1.2.9
Apache Cassandra=1.2.10
Apache Cassandra=1.2.11
Apache Cassandra=1.2.12
Apache Cassandra=1.2.13
Apache Cassandra=1.2.14
Apache Cassandra=1.2.15
Apache Cassandra=1.2.16
Apache Cassandra=1.2.17
Apache Cassandra=1.2.18
Apache Cassandra=1.2.19
Apache Cassandra=2.0.0
Apache Cassandra=2.0.1
Apache Cassandra=2.0.2
Apache Cassandra=2.0.3
Apache Cassandra=2.0.4
Apache Cassandra=2.0.5
Apache Cassandra=2.0.6
Apache Cassandra=2.0.7
Apache Cassandra=2.0.8
Apache Cassandra=2.0.9
Apache Cassandra=2.0.10
Apache Cassandra=2.0.11
Apache Cassandra=2.0.12
Apache Cassandra=2.0.13
Apache Cassandra=2.1.0
Apache Cassandra=2.1.1
Apache Cassandra=2.1.2
Apache Cassandra=2.1.3

Event History

Apr 3, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-0225?

CVE-2015-0225 is considered critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-0225?

To fix CVE-2015-0225, update Apache Cassandra to a version that is not affected, such as 2.1.4 or later.

3

What versions of Apache Cassandra are affected by CVE-2015-0225?

CVE-2015-0225 affects Apache Cassandra versions 1.2.0 through 1.2.19, 2.0.0 through 2.0.13, and 2.1.0 through 2.1.3.

4

Can CVE-2015-0225 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-0225 can be exploited by remote attackers to execute arbitrary Java code.

5

What component of Apache Cassandra is vulnerable in CVE-2015-0225?

The vulnerability in CVE-2015-0225 lies in the unauthenticated JMX/RMI interface that binds to all network interfaces.

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