CVE-2016-3690

The PooledInvokerServlet in JBoss EAP 4.x and 5.x allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted serialized payload

published June 8, 2017

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
5%
Percentile
92.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿšจ A crafty serialized payload is all it takes to execute arbitrary code with this JBoss EAP vulnerability! Think of it like a pizza delivery service that accepts any random topping without checking the order โ€” one sneaky request can turn a delicious pie into a disaster if someone orders something toxic! ๐Ÿ• An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run any code they choose on the server, potentially compromising sensitive data or crashing the system entirely. It's like inviting a stranger into your kitchen and letting them cook whatever they want โ€” and who knows what they'll whip up!

Put simply

Think of it like a pizza delivery service that accepts any random topping without checking the order โ€” one sneaky request can turn a delicious pie into a disaster if someone orders something toxic! ๐Ÿ• The vulnerability in PooledInvokerServlet allows remote attackers to send specially crafted serialized data that the server processes, leading to arbitrary code execution without proper validation or checks.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run any code they choose on the server, potentially compromising sensitive data or crashing the system entirely. It's like inviting a stranger into your kitchen and letting them cook whatever they want โ€” and who knows what they'll whip up! Immediate action is vital! Upgrade to JBoss EAP 5.1.0 or later to close this security gap. Additionally, consider reviewing your server configurations to ensure no rogue serialized data is processed. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ You've got this! Follow the steps to secure your system, and you'll be a security hero in no time! ๐Ÿ’ชโœจ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05238 ยท 92.4th percentile
Published
2017-06-08T18:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 JUN 18:00Z
    The PooledInvokerServlet in JBoss EAP 4.x and 5.x allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted serialized payload
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