CVE-2021-29200

RCE vulnerability in latest Apache OFBiz due to Java serialisation using RMI

published April 27, 2021

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.0th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
—
EPSS
55%
Percentile
99.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Here’s a surprising twist: an unauthenticated user can unleash remote code execution on Apache OFBiz versions before 17.12.07! 🔥 Think of it like a café where anyone can walk in and order anything from the menu without paying or checking in — only, instead of a coffee, the attacker could get access to sensitive system controls! This vulnerability is a gold mine for mischief-makers! An attacker could remotely execute code and potentially take full control of your system — imagine the chaos they could unleash! This could lead to data breaches, unauthorized access, and even complete system compromise.

Put simply

Think of it like a café where anyone can walk in and order anything from the menu without paying or checking in — only, instead of a coffee, the attacker could get access to sensitive system controls! This vulnerability stems from unsafe deserialization practices in Apache OFBiz, allowing unauthenticated users to inject malicious data that the server will execute — think of it as a chef cooking up a storm based on an order that wasn’t even placed!

What to do

This vulnerability is a gold mine for mischief-makers! An attacker could remotely execute code and potentially take full control of your system — imagine the chaos they could unleash! This could lead to data breaches, unauthorized access, and even complete system compromise. To mitigate this risk, upgrade Apache OFBiz to version 17.12.07 or later immediately. Additionally, review your deserialization practices and implement strict input validation to ensure no malicious data gets processed. Don't leave any doors open! You've got this! By following these steps, you can secure your system and reclaim your internet fortress! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.55370 · 99.0th percentile
Published
2021-04-27T19:50Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 APR 19:50Z
    RCE vulnerability in latest Apache OFBiz due to Java serialisation using RMI
    cvelistv5