CVE-2019-3799: Directory Traversal with spring-cloud-config-server
First published: Wed Apr 17 2019(Updated: )
Spring Cloud Config, versions 2.1.x prior to 2.1.2, versions 2.0.x prior to 2.0.4, and versions 1.4.x prior to 1.4.6, and older unsupported versions allow applications to serve arbitrary configuration files through the spring-cloud-config-server module. A malicious user, or attacker, can send a request using a specially crafted URL that can lead a directory traversal attack.
Credit: security_alert@emc.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware Tanzu Spring Cloud Configuration Server | >=1.4.0<1.4.6 | |
| VMware Tanzu Spring Cloud Configuration Server | >=2.0.0<2.0.4 | |
| Oracle Communications Cloud Native Core Policy | =1.15.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-3799?
CVE-2019-3799 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its impact on application security.
How do I fix CVE-2019-3799?
To fix CVE-2019-3799, upgrade Spring Cloud Config to version 2.1.2 or higher, 2.0.4 or higher, or 1.4.6 or higher.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-3799?
CVE-2019-3799 affects Spring Cloud Config versions 2.1.x prior to 2.1.2, 2.0.x prior to 2.0.4, and 1.4.x prior to 1.4.6.
What is the impact of CVE-2019-3799?
The impact of CVE-2019-3799 is that it allows applications to serve arbitrary configuration files, potentially exposing sensitive data.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2019-3799?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2019-3799; upgrading to a patched version is necessary to mitigate the vulnerability.
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