REDHAT-BUG-2463331: High severity VMware Spring Boot vulnerability
Values produced by ${random.value} are not suitable for use as secrets. ${random.uuid} is not affected. ${random.int} and ${random.long} should never be used for secrets as they are numeric values with a predictable range.
Affected: Spring Boot 4.0.0–4.0.5 (fix 4.0.6), 3.5.0–3.5.13 (fix 3.5.14), 3.4.0–3.4.15 (fix 3.4.16), 3.3.0–3.3.18 (fix 3.3.19), 2.7.0–2.7.32 (fix 2.7.33); random value property source / weak PRNG for secrets. Versions that are no longer supported are also affected per vendor advisory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2463331?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2463331 is high, rated at 7.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2463331?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-2463331, upgrade to Spring Boot version 4.0.6 or 3.5.14, depending on your current version.
Which values should not be used as secrets according to REDHAT-BUG-2463331?
According to REDHAT-BUG-2463331, ${random.int} and ${random.long} should never be used as secrets due to their predictable range.
How does REDHAT-BUG-2463331 affect Spring Boot versions?
REDHAT-BUG-2463331 affects Spring Boot versions 4.0.0 to 4.0.5 and 3.5.0 to 3.5.13.
What random value method is not affected by REDHAT-BUG-2463331?
The ${random.uuid} method is not affected by REDHAT-BUG-2463331.