CVE-2015-4852: Oracle WebLogic Server Deserialization of Untrusted Data Vulnerability

Published Nov 18, 2015
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Updated

Oracle WebLogic Server contains a deserialization of untrusted data vulnerability within Apache Commons, which can allow for for remote code execution.

Other sources

The WLS Security component in Oracle WebLogic Server 10.3.6.0, 12.1.2.0, 12.1.3.0, and 12.2.1.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted serialized Java object in T3 protocol traffic to TCP port 7001, related to oraclecommon/modules/com.bea.core.apache.commons.collections.jar. NOTE: the scope of this CVE is limited to the WebLogic Server product.

Ubuntu

Affected Software

10 affected componentsFixes available
ubuntu/libcommons-collections3-java<3.2.1-6ubuntu0.1~
3.2.1-6ubuntu0.1~
ubuntu/libcommons-collections3-java<3.2.2
3.2.2
ubuntu/libcommons-collections4-java<4.1
4.1
ORACLE WebLogic Server
ORACLE Virtual Desktop Infrastructure<=3.5.2
ORACLE WebLogic Server=10.3.6.0.0
ORACLE WebLogic Server=12.1.2.0.0
ORACLE WebLogic Server=12.1.3.0.0
ORACLE WebLogic Server=12.2.1.0.0
ORACLE Storagetek Tape Analytics Sw Tool=2.3

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade ubuntu/libcommons-collections3-java to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 3.2.1-6ubuntu0.1~
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade ubuntu/libcommons-collections3-java to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 3.2.2
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade ubuntu/libcommons-collections4-java to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.1

Event History

Nov 18, 2015
CVE Published
via Ubuntu·12:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Nov 3, 2021
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
Jul 31, 2024
Data Sourced
via Debian·10:33 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·10:33 PM
Description

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-4852?

The severity of CVE-2015-4852 is considered critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-4852?

To fix CVE-2015-4852, you should upgrade to patched versions of Oracle WebLogic Server or the affected libraries if applicable.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2015-4852?

CVE-2015-4852 affects Oracle WebLogic Server versions 10.3.6.0, 12.1.2.0, 12.1.3.0, and 12.2.1.0.

4

Can CVE-2015-4852 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-4852 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute arbitrary code.

5

What components are involved in CVE-2015-4852?

CVE-2015-4852 involves the WLS Security component in Oracle WebLogic Server and the Apache Commons library.

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