CWE
284
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-5229

First published: Tue Aug 02 2016(Updated: )

Atlassian Bamboo before 5.11.4.1 and 5.12.x before 5.12.3.1 does not properly restrict permitted deserialized classes, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors related to XStream Serialization.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Bamboo<=5.11.3
Bamboo=5.12.0
Bamboo=5.12.1
Bamboo=5.12.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-5229?

    CVE-2016-5229 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-5229?

    To fix CVE-2016-5229, upgrade Atlassian Bamboo to version 5.11.4.1 or 5.12.3.1 or later.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2016-5229?

    CVE-2016-5229 affects Atlassian Bamboo versions up to and including 5.11.3 and specific 5.12.x versions before 5.12.3.1.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-5229?

    CVE-2016-5229 is a deserialization vulnerability that allows for arbitrary code execution.

  • Can CVE-2016-5229 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2016-5229 can be exploited remotely by an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

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