CVE-2019-10088 : Security Advisory and Response

CVE-2019-10088, published on August 2, 2019, addresses an Out of Memory (OOM) vulnerability in Apache Tika versions 1.7 to 1.21. This vulnerability can be exploited by a specially crafted or malicious zip file.

Understanding CVE-2019-10088

Apache Tika's RecursiveParserWrapper is susceptible to an OOM issue due to improper handling of zip files in versions 1.7 to 1.21.

What is CVE-2019-10088?

An OOM vulnerability in Apache Tika's RecursiveParserWrapper
Triggered by a manipulated or malicious zip file in versions 1.7-1.21

The Impact of CVE-2019-10088

The vulnerability can lead to a Denial of Service (DoS) condition or system crashes when processing corrupted zip files.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-10088

Apache Tika's vulnerability in handling zip files.

Vulnerability Description

OOM issue in RecursiveParserWrapper
Caused by carefully crafted or corrupt zip files

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Apache Tika
Vendor: Apache
Versions Affected: 1.7 to 1.21

Exploitation Mechanism

Malicious or manipulated zip files trigger the vulnerability

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent CVE-2019-10088.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Apache Tika to version 1.22 or later

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software to the latest versions
Implement file validation checks to prevent malicious inputs

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and security updates promptly to mitigate vulnerabilities