CVE-2018-1131 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Infinispan allows incorrect deserialization of trusted data through XML and JSON transcoders, potentially leading to code execution and subsequent attacks.

Understanding CVE-2018-1131

Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation strategies for CVE-2018-1131.

What is CVE-2018-1131?

Infinispan, under specific server configurations, permits the improper deserialization of trusted data through XML and JSON transcoders. This vulnerability can be exploited by an authenticated user to execute malicious code by sending a manipulated object to a cache configured to accept specific object types.

The Impact of CVE-2018-1131

Unauthorized code execution and potential further attacks
Affected versions include 9.0.3.Final, 9.1.7.Final, 8.2.10.Final, 9.2.2.Final, and 9.3.0.Alpha1

Technical Details of CVE-2018-1131

Explore the vulnerability description, affected systems, and exploitation mechanism.

Vulnerability Description

Infinispan allows incorrect deserialization of trusted data through XML and JSON transcoders, enabling code execution by sending manipulated objects to specific caches.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Infinispan
Vendor: Red Hat, Inc.
Affected Versions: 9.0.3.Final, 9.1.7.Final, 8.2.10.Final, 9.2.2.Final, 9.3.0.Alpha1

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by authenticated users sending manipulated objects to caches configured to accept specific object types, leading to code execution.

Mitigation and Prevention

Learn how to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2018-1131.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply patches provided by Red Hat, Inc.
Monitor and restrict access to vulnerable systems
Implement network segmentation to limit exposure

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software
Conduct security training for users and developers
Implement secure coding practices

Patching and Updates

Apply the latest security updates and patches from Red Hat, Inc.