CVE-2020-13957

Apache Solr versions 6.6.0 to 6.6.6, 7.0.0 to 7.7.3 and 8.0.0 to 8.6.2 prevents some features considered dangerous (which could be used for remote code…

published October 13, 2020

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.6th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
—
EPSS
79%
Percentile
99.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Some crucial features in Apache Solr versions 6.6.0 to 8.6.2 are just a nonchalant upload away from becoming an exploit! Think of it like a restaurant allowing diners to submit their own special orders without checking if those requests include anything outrageous — like a dash of poison! The server is trusting the input without a proper check, making it a recipe for disaster. Without proper authentication or authorization checks, an attacker could potentially upload a ConfigSet that enables dangerous features — opening the door for remote code execution! This could lead to devastating consequences such as data breaches or unauthorized access to sensitive systems.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant allowing diners to submit their own special orders without checking if those requests include anything outrageous — like a dash of poison! The server is trusting the input without a proper check, making it a recipe for disaster. This vulnerability allows users to bypass safety checks in Apache Solr by using a combination of UPLOAD and CREATE actions, enabling the upload of potentially malicious configurations without proper permissions.

What to do

Without proper authentication or authorization checks, an attacker could potentially upload a ConfigSet that enables dangerous features — opening the door for remote code execution! This could lead to devastating consequences such as data breaches or unauthorized access to sensitive systems. To protect yourself, upgrade Apache Solr to version 8.6.3 or later immediately. Additionally, ensure strict authentication and authorization measures are in place before allowing any ConfigSet uploads. Regularly audit your security configurations to maintain a strong defense. You've got this! Stay proactive and your Solr will be secure in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.79342 · 99.6th percentile
Published
2020-10-13T18:28Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 OCT 18:28Z
    Apache Solr versions 6.6.0 to 6.6.6, 7.0.0 to 7.7.3 and 8.0.0 to 8.6.2 prevents some features considered dangerous (which could be used for remote code…
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