CVE-2016-4977: High severity pivotal software spring security vulnerability
When processing authorization requests using the whitelabel views in Spring Security OAuth 2.0.0 to 2.0.9 and 1.0.0 to 1.0.5, the responsetype parameter value was executed as Spring SpEL which enabled a malicious user to trigger remote code execution via the crafting of the value for responsetype.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4977?
CVE-2016-4977 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4977?
To mitigate CVE-2016-4977, upgrade to Spring Security OAuth version 1.0.6 or 2.0.10 or later.
What are the affected versions in CVE-2016-4977?
CVE-2016-4977 affects Spring Security OAuth versions from 1.0.0 to 1.0.5 and from 2.0.0 to 2.0.9.
What is the primary risk associated with CVE-2016-4977?
The primary risk associated with CVE-2016-4977 is the ability for attackers to execute arbitrary code on the server.
Can CVE-2016-4977 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2016-4977 can be exploited remotely without the need for user interaction.