CVE-2024-45507CWE-918CWE-94

Apache OFBiz: Prevent use of URLs in files when loading them from Java or Groovy, leading to a RCE

High · published September 4, 2024

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High probability of exploitation

CVSS calls it high at 8.8. It sits in the 99.8th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS v3.1
8.8
EPSS
93%
Percentile
99.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unsuspecting server can be tricked into fetching whatever the attacker wants! This Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in Apache OFBiz could expose sensitive data, and it's a serious concern. 🔥 Imagine a restaurant where the chef blindly trusts any delivery order — if a mischievous customer sends an order to an expensive delicacy instead of the usual ingredients, it can lead to chaos and hefty costs! This flaw allows an attacker to send requests that could access internal resources without proper validation. The consequences of this vulnerability are significant. An attacker could exploit this to gain unauthorized access to sensitive resources, potentially leading to data leaks or even control over other internal services. This isn't just a minor inconvenience; it could lead to devastating data breaches!

Put simply

Imagine a restaurant where the chef blindly trusts any delivery order — if a mischievous customer sends an order to an expensive delicacy instead of the usual ingredients, it can lead to chaos and hefty costs! This flaw allows an attacker to send requests that could access internal resources without proper validation. The vulnerability stems from improper control over server requests, allowing an attacker to craft requests that the server will execute as if they were legitimate. This means any internal API or service could be accessed without proper authorization.

What to do

The consequences of this vulnerability are significant. An attacker could exploit this to gain unauthorized access to sensitive resources, potentially leading to data leaks or even control over other internal services. This isn't just a minor inconvenience; it could lead to devastating data breaches! Upgrade your Apache OFBiz installation to version 18.12.16 immediately to secure your application. Also, review your server's request handling to ensure it validates incoming requests properly. Regular audits can prevent similar issues in the future. You've got this! By following these steps, you'll be well on your way to securing your server and maintaining your hero status in the fight against vulnerabilities! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
8.8 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.93229 · 99.8th percentile
Weaknesses
CWE-918 · Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF); CWE-94 · Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
Published
2024-09-04T08:08Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 04 SEP 08:08Z
    Apache OFBiz: Prevent use of URLs in files when loading them from Java or Groovy, leading to a RCE
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