CVE-2022-40309: Apache Archiva prior to 2.2.9 allows an authenticated user to delete arbitrary directories

Published Nov 15, 2022
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Updated

Users with write permissions to a repository can delete arbitrary directories.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache Archiva<2.2.9

Event History

Nov 15, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-40309?

CVE-2022-40309 has been assigned a medium severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized deletion of arbitrary directories.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-40309?

To fix CVE-2022-40309, upgrade to Apache Archiva version 2.2.9 or higher.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2022-40309?

Any user with write permissions on an Apache Archiva repository is affected by CVE-2022-40309.

4

What functionality does CVE-2022-40309 compromise?

CVE-2022-40309 compromises the ability to prevent the deletion of arbitrary directories by users with write access.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2022-40309?

Currently, there are no known workarounds for CVE-2022-40309 other than applying the available security updates.

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