CVE-2019-3396: Atlassian Confluence Server and Data Center Server-Side Template Injection Vulnerability

Published Mar 25, 2019
·
Updated

The Widget Connector macro in Atlassian Confluence Server before version 6.6.12 (the fixed version for 6.6.x), from version 6.7.0 before 6.12.3 (the fixed version for 6.12.x), from version 6.13.0 before 6.13.3 (the fixed version for 6.13.x), and from version 6.14.0 before 6.14.2 (the fixed version for 6.14.x), allows remote attackers to achieve path traversal and remote code execution on a Confluence Server or Data Center instance via server-side template injection.

Other sources

Atlassian Confluence Server and Data Center contain a server-side template injection vulnerability that may allow an attacker to achieve path traversal and remote code execution.

CISA

Affected Software

7 affected components
Atlassian Confluence<6.6.12
Atlassian Confluence>=6.7.0<6.12.3
Atlassian Confluence Server>=6.13.0<6.13.3
Atlassian Confluence Server>=6.14.0<6.14.2
Atlassian Confluence Server<6.6.12
Atlassian Confluence Server>=6.7.0<6.12.3
Atlassian Confluence Server and Data Server

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Atlassian Confluence Server and Data Center (Widget Connector macro) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.6.12
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade Atlassian Confluence Server and Data Center (Widget Connector macro) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.12.3
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade Atlassian Confluence Server and Data Center (Widget Connector macro) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.13.3
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade Atlassian Confluence Server and Data Center (Widget Connector macro) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.14.2

Event History

Mar 25, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:37 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:29 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Nov 3, 2021
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
Known Ransomware
via CISA·12:00 AM
Mar 17, 58454
Event
09:31 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-3396?

CVE-2019-3396 is a vulnerability in Atlassian Confluence Server and Data Center that allows server-side template injection.

2

How severe is CVE-2019-3396?

CVE-2019-3396 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is considered critical.

3

Which versions of Atlassian Confluence are affected by CVE-2019-3396?

Versions up to and including 6.6.12, between 6.7.0 and 6.12.3, between 6.13.0 and 6.13.3, and between 6.14.0 and 6.14.2 of Atlassian Confluence Server and Data Center are affected.

4

How can I fix CVE-2019-3396?

To fix CVE-2019-3396, you should upgrade Atlassian Confluence Server and Data Center to version 6.6.12 or higher, 6.12.3 or higher, 6.13.3 or higher, or 6.14.2 or higher.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-3396?

You can find more information about CVE-2019-3396 at the following references: [http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/152568/Atlassian-Confluence-Widget-Connector-Macro-Velocity-Template-Injection.html](http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/152568/Atlassian-Confluence-Widget-Connector-Macro-Velocity-Template-Injection.html), [http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/161065/Atlassian-Confluence-6.12.1-Template-Injection.html](http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/161065/Atlassian-Confluence-6.12.1-Template-Injection.html), and [http://www.rapid7.com/db/modules/exploit/multi/http/confluence_widget_connector](http://www.rapid7.com/db/modules/exploit/multi/http/confluence_widget_connector).

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203