CVE-2023-34478: Apache Shiro before 1.12.0, or 2.0.0-alpha-3, may be susceptible to a path traversal attack when used together with APIs or other web frameworks that route requests based on non-normalized requests.
First published: Mon Jul 24 2023(Updated: )
Apache Shiro could allow a remote authenticated attacker to traverse directories on the system, caused by improper validation of user request. An attacker could send a specially crafted URL request containing "dot dot" sequences (/../) to view arbitrary files on the system.
Credit: security@apache.org security@apache.org security@apache.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Shiro | =2.0.0-alpha2 | |
| Apache Shiro | =2.0.0-alpha1 | |
| Apache Shiro | <1.12.0 | |
| maven/org.apache.shiro:shiro-web | >=2.0.0-alpha-1<2.0.0-alpha-3 | 2.0.0-alpha-3 |
| maven/org.apache.shiro:shiro-web | <1.12.0 | 1.12.0 |
| <=2.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-34478
- https://lists.apache.org/thread/mbv26onkgw9o35rldh7vmq11wpv2t2qk
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/07/24/4
- https://github.com/apache/shiro/commit/c3ede3f94efb442acb0795714a022c2c121d1da0
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20230915-0005/
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-pmhc-2g4f-85cg (Advisory)
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/261345
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7096528 (Advisory)
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20230915-0005
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-34478?
CVE-2023-34478 is a vulnerability in Apache Shiro that may allow a path traversal attack resulting in an authentication bypass.
How severe is CVE-2023-34478?
CVE-2023-34478 has a severity score of 9.8, which is considered critical.
Which versions of Apache Shiro are affected by CVE-2023-34478?
Apache Shiro versions 1.12.0 and 2.0.0-alpha-3, as well as versions 2.0.0-alpha2 and 2.0.0-alpha1, are affected by CVE-2023-34478.
How can I mitigate CVE-2023-34478?
To mitigate CVE-2023-34478, update Apache Shiro to version 1.12.0 or 2.0.0-alpha-3.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-34478?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-34478 at the following references: - [NIST CVE-2023-34478](https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-34478) - [Apache Mailing List](https://lists.apache.org/thread/mbv26onkgw9o35rldh7vmq11wpv2t2qk) - [Openwall](http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/07/24/4)
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