CVE-2016-2170: Input Validation
Published Apr 12, 2016
·Updated
Apache OFBiz 12.04.x before 12.04.06 and 13.07.x before 13.07.03 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted serialized Java object, related to the Apache Commons Collections library.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Apache OFBiz>=12.04<12.04.06
Apache OFBiz>=13.07<13.07.03
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Apr 12, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-2170?
CVE-2016-2170 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote command execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-2170?
To fix CVE-2016-2170, upgrade Apache OFBiz to version 12.04.06 or 13.07.03 or later.
3
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2016-2170?
CVE-2016-2170 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the server via crafted serialized Java objects.
4
Which versions of Apache OFBiz are affected by CVE-2016-2170?
Apache OFBiz versions 12.04.x before 12.04.06 and 13.07.x before 13.07.03 are affected by CVE-2016-2170.
5
Is CVE-2016-2170 related to any specific library?
Yes, CVE-2016-2170 is related to vulnerabilities in the Apache Commons Collections library.