CVE-2018-11307 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Discover the impact of CVE-2018-11307 in FasterXML jackson-databind versions 2.0.0 through 2.9.5. Learn about the vulnerability, affected systems, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps to secure your systems.
A vulnerability was detected in versions 2.0.0 through 2.9.5 of FasterXML jackson-databind that allowed unauthorized content extraction. Learn more about the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.
Understanding CVE-2018-11307
This CVE involves a security issue in FasterXML jackson-databind versions 2.0.0 through 2.9.5.
What is CVE-2018-11307?
This vulnerability in FasterXML jackson-databind allowed unauthorized content extraction by utilizing Jackson default typing with a gadget class from iBatis.
The Impact of CVE-2018-11307
The vulnerability could be exploited to extract content without proper authorization, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-11307
This section provides more in-depth technical information about the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The issue in FasterXML jackson-databind versions 2.0.0 through 2.9.5 allowed exfiltration of content by using Jackson default typing along with a gadget class from iBatis.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Versions 2.0.0 through 2.9.5 of FasterXML jackson-databind
Exploitation Mechanism
- Utilizing Jackson default typing in conjunction with a gadget class from iBatis
Mitigation and Prevention
Learn how to mitigate and prevent the exploitation of CVE-2018-11307.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Upgrade to fixed versions 2.7.9.4, 2.8.11.2, or 2.9.6
- Implement proper access controls and authorization mechanisms
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and libraries to patched versions
- Conduct security audits and code reviews to identify vulnerabilities
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches provided by FasterXML to address the vulnerability