CVE-2021-41303: Apache Shiro before 1.8.0, when using Apache Shiro with Spring Boot, a specially crafted HTTP request may cause an authentication bypass

Published Sep 17, 2021
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Updated

Apache Shiro before 1.8.0, when using Apache Shiro with Spring Boot, a specially crafted HTTP request may cause an authentication bypass. Users should update to Apache Shiro 1.8.0.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Apache Shiro<1.8.0
Oracle Financial Services Crime And Compliance Management Studio=8.0.8.2.0
Oracle Financial Services Crime And Compliance Management Studio=8.0.8.3.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Apache Shiro to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.8.0

Event History

Sep 17, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:20 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:20 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the CVE ID of this vulnerability?

CVE-2021-41303

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-41303?

The severity of CVE-2021-41303 is critical with a severity value of 9.8.

3

How does this vulnerability affect Apache Shiro?

This vulnerability affects Apache Shiro versions before 1.8.0 when used with Spring Boot.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-41303?

Users should update to Apache Shiro 1.8.0 to fix this vulnerability.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-41303?

More information about CVE-2021-41303 can be found in the following references: [reference links]

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