CVE-2022-37023: Apache Geode deserialization of untrusted data flaw when using REST API on Java 8 or Java 11

Published Aug 31, 2022
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Updated

Apache Geode versions prior to 1.15.0 are vulnerable to a deserialization of untrusted data flaw when using REST API on Java 8 or Java 11. Any user wishing to protect against deserialization attacks involving REST APIs should upgrade to Apache Geode 1.15 and follow the documentation for details on enabling "validate-serializable-objects=true" and specifying any user classes that may be serialized/deserialized with "serializable-object-filter". Enabling "validate-serializable-objects" may impact performance.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache Geode<1.15.0

Event History

Aug 31, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-37023?

CVE-2022-37023 is a vulnerability in Apache Geode versions prior to 1.15.0 that allows for deserialization of untrusted data when using the REST API on Java 8 or Java 11.

2

How does CVE-2022-37023 impact Apache Geode?

CVE-2022-37023 impacts Apache Geode versions prior to 1.15.0 by allowing an attacker to exploit deserialization vulnerabilities when utilizing the REST API with Java 8 or Java 11.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-37023?

The severity of CVE-2022-37023 is medium, with a CVSS score of 6.5.

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-37023?

To fix CVE-2022-37023, users should upgrade to Apache Geode 1.15.0 and follow the documentation provided by Apache for further details on the upgrade process.

5

Are there any additional references related to CVE-2022-37023?

Yes, you can refer to the following link for more information: [Apache Geode Vulnerability](https://lists.apache.org/thread/6js89pbqrp52zlpwgry5fsdn76gxbbfj)

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