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CVE-2016-2141: Input Validation

First published: Wed Mar 02 2016(Updated: )

It was found that JGroups did not require necessary headers for encrypt and auth protocols from new nodes joining the cluster. An attacker could use this flaw to bypass security restrictions, and use this vulnerability to send and receive messages within the cluster, leading to information disclosure, message spoofing, or further possible attacks.

Credit: secalert@redhat.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
maven/org.jgroups:jgroups<3.2.16.Final
3.2.16.Final
maven/org.jgroups:jgroups>=3.3.0.Alpha1<3.6.10.Final
3.6.10.Final
redhat/jgroups<3.6.10.
3.6.10.
JGroups<4.0
JBoss Enterprise Application Platform=5.2
JBoss Enterprise Application Platform=6.4
JBoss Enterprise Application Platform=7.0
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=5.0
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=6.0
Red Hat Enterprise Linux=7.0

Remedy

https://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuapr2019-5072813.html

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-2141?

    CVE-2016-2141 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-2141?

    To resolve CVE-2016-2141, upgrade to JGroups version 3.2.16.Final or 3.6.10.Final or later.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2016-2141?

    CVE-2016-2141 affects JGroups versions prior to 3.2.16.Final and versions between 3.3.0.Alpha1 and 3.6.10.Final.

  • What type of attack can be executed with CVE-2016-2141?

    An attacker can exploit CVE-2016-2141 to bypass security measures and send and receive messages within an affected JGroups cluster.

  • Is there a specific configuration that can mitigate CVE-2016-2141?

    There is no specific configuration to mitigate CVE-2016-2141; the recommended action is to upgrade to a secure version.

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