CVE-2022-27919

Gradle Enterprise before 2022.1 allows remote code execution if the installation process did not specify an initial configuration file

published March 25, 2022

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
2%
Percentile
78.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โšก A missing configuration file during installation could lead to remote code execution in Gradle Enterprise before 2022.1! That's like leaving the front door of your house wide open during a neighborhood party! ๐Ÿ”‘ Think of Gradle Enterprise like a fancy restaurant. If the chef never checks the reservation list, anyone can waltz in and claim a table, potentially messing up the whole dinner service. Without that initial setup, unauthorized users might gain access to sensitive administrative features and APIs. If exploited, an attacker could execute any code on your server, potentially leading to data loss or unauthorized access to your projects. This is particularly concerning in environments where sensitive intellectual property is managed. Your valuable data could be at stake!

Put simply

Think of Gradle Enterprise like a fancy restaurant. If the chef never checks the reservation list, anyone can waltz in and claim a table, potentially messing up the whole dinner service. Without that initial setup, unauthorized users might gain access to sensitive administrative features and APIs. This vulnerability allows remote code execution due to the lack of an initial configuration file during Gradle Enterprise installation. This omission enables anonymous access to administrative functions and APIs, opening the door for malicious actions.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could execute any code on your server, potentially leading to data loss or unauthorized access to your projects. This is particularly concerning in environments where sensitive intellectual property is managed. Your valuable data could be at stake! To mitigate this issue, ensure that you configure Gradle Enterprise with an initial configuration file during installation. If you're already running a vulnerable version, upgrade to 2022.1 or later to close this security gap. It's also wise to review your access controls to limit anonymous access wherever possible. You've got this! Follow these steps to lock down your Gradle Enterprise and keep your projects safe! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01841 ยท 78.8th percentile
Published
2022-03-25T19:55Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 MAR 19:55Z
    Gradle Enterprise before 2022.1 allows remote code execution if the installation process did not specify an initial configuration file
    cvelistv5