CVE-2016-7050

SerializableProvider in RESTEasy in Red Hat Enterprise Linux Desktop 7, Red Hat Enterprise Linux HPC Node 7, Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server 7, and Red Hat…

published June 8, 2017

CVSS
—
EPSS
5%
Percentile
92.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky flaw in the SerializableProvider of RESTEasy could let remote attackers execute arbitrary code on multiple Red Hat systems — what a wild ride! 🔥 Think of it like a sneaky chef slipping a dangerous ingredient into the menu that only the restaurant staff can see. If they don’t check the recipe, that dish could cause chaos for everyone who orders it! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to take control of the application and run malicious code, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data breaches. It's like opening the door to your restaurant and letting in a band of rogue diners who start rearranging the whole kitchen!

Put simply

Think of it like a sneaky chef slipping a dangerous ingredient into the menu that only the restaurant staff can see. If they don’t check the recipe, that dish could cause chaos for everyone who orders it! This vulnerability in RESTEasy allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code because it improperly handles serialized data, making it a prime target for exploitation. Essentially, it’s like serving a dish that can be easily tampered with before it reaches the table.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to take control of the application and run malicious code, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data breaches. It's like opening the door to your restaurant and letting in a band of rogue diners who start rearranging the whole kitchen! To remediate, update your systems to the latest version of Red Hat Enterprise Linux, ensuring RESTEasy is patched against this vulnerability. Regularly monitor your environment for updates and security advisories to stay ahead of any potential threats. 🛡️ You've got this! By taking these steps, you're not just fixing a flaw, you're actively making the internet a safer place. 🌟

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05309 · 92.5th percentile
Published
2017-06-08T19:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 JUN 19:00Z
    SerializableProvider in RESTEasy in Red Hat Enterprise Linux Desktop 7, Red Hat Enterprise Linux HPC Node 7, Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server 7, and Red Hat…
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