CVE-2018-1305 : What You Need to Know

Apache Tomcat versions 9.0.0.M1 to 9.0.4, 8.5.0 to 8.5.27, 8.0.0.RC1 to 8.0.49, and 7.0.0 to 7.0.84 were affected by a security vulnerability related to Servlet security restrictions.

Understanding CVE-2018-1305

This CVE entry pertains to a specific security issue in Apache Tomcat versions mentioned above.

What is CVE-2018-1305?

The security restrictions defined through annotations in Servlets of the affected Apache Tomcat versions were only enforced after the Servlet had been loaded. This delayed implementation could lead to potential unauthorized access to protected resources.

The Impact of CVE-2018-1305

The vulnerability could allow unauthorized users to access protected resources due to delayed enforcement of security restrictions based on the order of Servlet loading.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-1305

The technical aspects of the CVE-2018-1305 vulnerability are as follows:

Vulnerability Description

The security constraints defined by Servlet annotations were not immediately applied, potentially exposing protected resources.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Apache Tomcat
Vendor: Apache Software Foundation
Versions: 9.0.0.M1 to 9.0.4, 8.5.0 to 8.5.27, 8.0.0.RC1 to 8.0.49, 7.0.0 to 7.0.84

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthorized users could exploit the delayed enforcement of security restrictions to access protected resources.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2018-1305, consider the following mitigation strategies:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Apache Tomcat to a patched version that addresses the vulnerability.
Monitor and restrict access to sensitive resources.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to prevent known vulnerabilities.
Implement strong access controls and authentication mechanisms.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates provided by Apache Tomcat promptly to mitigate the risk of unauthorized access.