CVE-2016-4462: Input Validation

Published Aug 30, 2017
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Updated

By manipulating the URL parameter externalLoginKey, a malicious, logged in user could pass valid Freemarker directives to the Template Engine that are reflected on the webpage; a specially crafted Freemarker template could be used for remote code execution. Mitigation: Upgrade to Apache OFBiz 16.11.01

Affected Software

18 affected components
Apache OFBiz=11.04
Apache OFBiz=11.04.01
Apache OFBiz=11.04.02
Apache OFBiz=11.04.03
Apache OFBiz=11.04.04
Apache OFBiz=11.04.05
Apache OFBiz=11.04.06
Apache OFBiz=12.04
Apache OFBiz=12.04.01
Apache OFBiz=12.04.02
Apache OFBiz=12.04.03
Apache OFBiz=12.04.04
Apache OFBiz=12.04.05
Apache OFBiz=12.04.06
Apache OFBiz=13.07
Apache OFBiz=13.07.01
Apache OFBiz=13.07.02
Apache OFBiz=13.07.03

Event History

Aug 30, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-4462?

CVE-2016-4462 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution through crafted Freemarker templates.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-4462?

To mitigate CVE-2016-4462, upgrade to Apache OFBiz version 16.11 or later.

3

Which versions of Apache OFBiz are affected by CVE-2016-4462?

CVE-2016-4462 affects Apache OFBiz versions 11.04 to 13.07.03.

4

Can CVE-2016-4462 be exploited without user authentication?

No, CVE-2016-4462 requires an authorized user to exploit the vulnerability.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-4462?

The potential impacts of CVE-2016-4462 include remote code execution which could compromise system integrity.

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