CVE-2016-2397

The cliserver implementation in Dell SonicWALL GMS, Analyzer, and UMA EM5000 7.2, 8.0, and 8.1 before Hotfix 168056 allows remote attackers to deserialize and…

published February 17, 2016

CVSS
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EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A crafty XML payload can hand remote attackers control over your Java code execution! 🔥 Think of it like a sneaky delivery service that accepts any package without checking the contents, allowing someone to slip in a dangerous item right into your building. This flaw in Dell SonicWALL’s cliserver is that unchecked delivery, letting attackers execute whatever code they want! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to run arbitrary Java code on your systems, potentially leading to unauthorized access or manipulation of sensitive data. The consequences could range from data breaches to complete system compromise, making it a serious risk!

Put simply

Think of it like a sneaky delivery service that accepts any package without checking the contents, allowing someone to slip in a dangerous item right into your building. This flaw in Dell SonicWALL’s cliserver is that unchecked delivery, letting attackers execute whatever code they want! This vulnerability arises from the deserialization of crafted XML data in the cliserver implementation of Dell SonicWALL's GMS, Analyzer, and UMA EM5000, which allows remote execution of arbitrary Java code.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to run arbitrary Java code on your systems, potentially leading to unauthorized access or manipulation of sensitive data. The consequences could range from data breaches to complete system compromise, making it a serious risk! It's crucial to apply Hotfix 168056 to versions 7.2, 8.0, and 8.1 of the affected software immediately. Regularly update your systems and review access controls to minimize risks associated with unauthorized code execution. You’ve got this! By staying proactive and applying the necessary patches, you’ll safeguard your systems against this potential threat. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06437 · 93.7th percentile
Published
2016-02-17T15:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 FEB 15:00Z
    The cliserver implementation in Dell SonicWALL GMS, Analyzer, and UMA EM5000 7.2, 8.0, and 8.1 before Hotfix 168056 allows remote attackers to deserialize and…
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