CVE-2016-5528

Vulnerability in the Oracle GlassFish Server component of Oracle Fusion Middleware (subcomponent: Security)

published January 27, 2017

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
77.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Unauthenticated attackers with network access can exploit this sneaky vulnerability in Oracle GlassFish Server—like a thief slipping into a hotel without showing ID! 🏨 Think of the Oracle GlassFish Server as a fancy hotel where only registered guests should walk in. If someone finds a way to sneak through a side door, they could rummage through rooms and cause chaos without ever needing a reservation! If an attacker succeeds, they could completely take over the Oracle GlassFish Server, leading to devastating consequences like data breaches or even service disruptions for all connected applications. It’s like someone gaining access to your entire building after bypassing security—everything inside is at risk!

Put simply

Think of the Oracle GlassFish Server as a fancy hotel where only registered guests should walk in. If someone finds a way to sneak through a side door, they could rummage through rooms and cause chaos without ever needing a reservation! CVE-2016-5528 is a vulnerability in Oracle GlassFish Server that allows unauthenticated network access, enabling attackers to compromise the server and potentially impact other products relying on it. The flaw lies in the server's handling of certain protocols, creating an entry point for malicious actions.

What to do

If an attacker succeeds, they could completely take over the Oracle GlassFish Server, leading to devastating consequences like data breaches or even service disruptions for all connected applications. It’s like someone gaining access to your entire building after bypassing security—everything inside is at risk! To secure your system, upgrade to a patch that addresses this vulnerability as soon as possible, specifically targeting versions 2.1.2, 3.0.2, and 3.1.3 or later. Additionally, consider implementing stricter network access controls to limit exposure to unauthenticated users. 🛡️ You’ve got this! Stay vigilant, patch promptly, and strengthen your defenses! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01750 · 77.5th percentile
Published
2017-01-27T22:01Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 JAN 22:01Z
    Vulnerability in the Oracle GlassFish Server component of Oracle Fusion Middleware (subcomponent: Security)
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