CVE-2021-36161: Unprotected input value toString cause RCE

Published Sep 9, 2021
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Updated

Some component in Dubbo will try to print the formated string of the input arguments, which will possibly cause RCE for a maliciously customized bean with special toString method. In the latest version, we fix the toString call in timeout, cache and some other places. Fixed in Apache Dubbo 2.7.13

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache Dubbo>=2.7.0<2.7.13

Event History

Sep 9, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:45 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:45 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-36161?

CVE-2021-36161 is a vulnerability in Apache Dubbo that allows a maliciously crafted bean with a special toString method to execute arbitrary code (RCE).

2

How severe is the CVE-2021-36161 vulnerability?

The severity of CVE-2021-36161 is critical with a severity value of 9.8.

3

How can I fix CVE-2021-36161?

To fix CVE-2021-36161, update Apache Dubbo to the latest version (2.7.13).

4

Is Apache Dubbo version 2.7.13 affected by CVE-2021-36161?

No, Apache Dubbo version 2.7.13 is not affected by CVE-2021-36161 as it includes a fix for the vulnerability.

5

What is CWE-134?

CWE-134 is a Common Weakness Enumeration category that refers to the incorrect handling of a format string.

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