CVE-2022-25169: Apache Tika BPGParser Memory Usage DoS

Published May 16, 2022
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Updated

The BPG parser in versions of Apache Tika before 1.28.2 and 2.4.0 may allocate an unreasonable amount of memory on carefully crafted files.

Affected Software

7 affected components
Apache Tika<1.28.2
Apache Tika>=2.0.0<2.4.0
Oracle Primavera Unifier>=17.7<=17.12
Oracle Primavera Unifier=18.8
Oracle Primavera Unifier=19.12
Oracle Primavera Unifier=20.12
Oracle Primavera Unifier=21.12

Event History

May 16, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:05 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-25169?

CVE-2022-25169 is a vulnerability in the BPG parser in Apache Tika before versions 1.28.2 and 2.4.0.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-25169?

CVE-2022-25169 has a severity level of medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-25169?

Versions before 1.28.2 of Apache Tika and versions before 2.4.0 of Apache Tika are affected. Oracle Primavera Unifier versions 17.7 to 17.12, 18.8, 19.12, 20.12, and 21.12 are also affected.

4

How does CVE-2022-25169 impact affected software?

CVE-2022-25169 may allow an attacker to allocate an unreasonable amount of memory on carefully crafted files, leading to a denial-of-service condition.

5

Are there any references for CVE-2022-25169?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2022-25169 in the following references: - [Openwall](http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/05/16/4) - [Apache Tika mailing list](https://lists.apache.org/thread/t3tb51sf0k2pmbnzsrrrm23z9r1c10rk) - [NetApp advisory](https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20220804-0004/)

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