CVE-2017-7686: Infoleak
Apache Ignite 1.0.0-RC3 to 2.0 uses an update notifier component to update the users about new project releases that include additional functionality, bug fixes and performance improvements. To do that the component communicates to an external PHP server (http://ignite.run) where it needs to send some system properties like Apache Ignite or Java version. Some of the properties might contain user sensitive information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7686?
CVE-2017-7686 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to potential information disclosure issues.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7686?
To mitigate CVE-2017-7686, it is recommended to upgrade to Apache Ignite version 2.1 or later.
What versions of Apache Ignite are affected by CVE-2017-7686?
CVE-2017-7686 affects Apache Ignite versions from 1.0.0-RC3 to 2.0.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-7686?
CVE-2017-7686 is an information disclosure vulnerability related to the update notifier component in Apache Ignite.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-7686 if I can't upgrade?
There are no effective workarounds for CVE-2017-7686, so upgrading is strongly recommended.