CVE-2016-6793: Critical severity apache wicket vulnerability
The DiskFileItem class in Apache Wicket 6.x before 6.25.0 and 1.5.x before 1.5.17 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) and write to, move, and delete files with the permissions of DiskFileItem, and if running on a Java VM before 1.3.1, execute arbitrary code via a crafted serialized Java object.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6793?
CVE-2016-6793 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for denial of service and arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6793?
To fix CVE-2016-6793, upgrade to Apache Wicket version 6.25.0 or higher, or 1.5.17 or higher.
What versions of Apache Wicket are affected by CVE-2016-6793?
CVE-2016-6793 affects Apache Wicket versions 1.5.0 through 1.5.16 and 6.0.0 through 6.24.0.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-6793?
The potential impacts of CVE-2016-6793 include denial of service due to an infinite loop and unauthorized file operations with the permissions of DiskFileItem.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-6793?
There is no documented workaround for CVE-2016-6793; the recommended action is to upgrade to a fixed version.