CVE-2016-2170

Apache OFBiz 12.04.x before 12.04.06 and 13.07.x before 13.07.03 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted serialized Java object…

published April 12, 2016

CVSS
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EPSS
13%
Percentile
96.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single crafted serialized Java object is all it takes to unleash a world of chaos! This vulnerability in Apache OFBiz could let attackers execute arbitrary commands remotely—yikes! ⚡ Think of it like a restaurant where the chef blindly follows a bizarre order without checking if the ingredients are safe. If someone sneaks in a dangerous recipe, it could lead to a disastrous meal—even if the kitchen staff thought they were just following orders! An attacker could manipulate the system to execute malicious commands, compromising your data and operations. Imagine the chaos of an entire restaurant being thrown into disarray because one rogue recipe was followed—this vulnerability could lead to significant operational disruptions and data breaches.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the chef blindly follows a bizarre order without checking if the ingredients are safe. If someone sneaks in a dangerous recipe, it could lead to a disastrous meal—even if the kitchen staff thought they were just following orders! This vulnerability in Apache OFBiz, tied to the Apache Commons Collections library, allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands through a specially crafted serialized Java object. Essentially, it means the system will run code it shouldn't be running, letting attackers gain control.

What to do

An attacker could manipulate the system to execute malicious commands, compromising your data and operations. Imagine the chaos of an entire restaurant being thrown into disarray because one rogue recipe was followed—this vulnerability could lead to significant operational disruptions and data breaches. Immediately upgrade to Apache OFBiz version 12.04.06 or 13.07.03 to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, review your application code for any instances where serialized objects are processed without proper validation or sanitization. You've got this! Fixing this vulnerability is a step towards securing your environment and solidifying your hero status! 🦸

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.12683 · 96.2th percentile
Published
2016-04-12T14:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 APR 14:00Z
    Apache OFBiz 12.04.x before 12.04.06 and 13.07.x before 13.07.03 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted serialized Java object…
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