CVE-2024-55877: XWiki allows remote code execution from account through macro descriptions and XWiki.XWikiSyntaxMacrosList
Impact Any user with an account can perform arbitrary remote code execution by adding instances of XWiki.WikiMacroClass to any page. This compromises the confidentiality, integrity and availability of the whole XWiki installation.
To reproduce on a instance, as a connected user without script nor programming rights, go to your user profile and add an object of type XWiki.WikiMacroClass. Set "Macro Id", "Macro Name" and "Macro Code" to any value, "Macro Visibility" to Current User and "Macro Description" to {{async}}{{groovy}}println("Hello from User macro!"){{/groovy}}{{/async}}. Save the page, then go to <host>/xwiki/bin/view/XWiki/XWikiSyntaxMacrosList. If the description of your new macro reads "Hello from User macro!", then your instance is vulnerable.
Patches This vulnerability has been fixed in XWiki 15.10.11, 16.4.1 and 16.5.0.
Workarounds It is possible to manually apply this patch to the page XWiki.XWikiSyntaxMacrosList.
References
https://jira.xwiki.org/browse/XWIKI-22030 https://github.com/xwiki/xwiki-platform/commit/40e1afe001d61eafdf13f3621b4b597a0e58a3e3
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XWiki Platform is a generic wiki platform. Starting in version 9.7-rc-1 and prior to versions 15.10.11, 16.4.1, and 16.5.0, any user with an account can perform arbitrary remote code execution by adding instances of XWiki.WikiMacroClass to any page. This compromises the confidentiality, integrity and availability of the whole XWiki installation. This vulnerability has been fixed in XWiki 15.10.11, 16.4.1 and 16.5.0. It is possible to manually apply the patch to the page XWiki.XWikiSyntaxMacrosList as a workaround.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-55877?
CVE-2024-55877 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary remote code execution by any authenticated user.
How do I fix CVE-2024-55877?
To remediate CVE-2024-55877, upgrade to the fixed versions of the affected package, specifically 16.5.0, 16.4.1, or 15.10.11.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-55877?
Any user with an account on XWiki installations that are running versions prior to the fixed releases is vulnerable to CVE-2024-55877.
What type of exposure does CVE-2024-55877 create?
CVE-2024-55877 exposes the XWiki installation to risks related to confidentiality, integrity, and availability due to the potential for executing arbitrary code.
What actions should be taken if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2024-55877?
If your system is affected by CVE-2024-55877, it is crucial to apply the necessary updates immediately to mitigate any risk.