Learn about CVE-2019-3797 affecting Spring Data JPA versions up to 2.1.5, 2.0.13, and 1.11.19. Discover the impact, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps.
This CVE involves a vulnerability in Spring Data JPA that affects versions up to and including 2.1.5, 2.0.13, and 1.11.19. The issue arises when using certain predicates in derived queries, potentially leading to unexpected results due to manipulated query parameter values.
Understanding CVE-2019-3797
This vulnerability exposes additional information when utilizing Spring Data JPA derived queries.
What is CVE-2019-3797?
The vulnerability in Spring Data JPA versions allows for the exposure of extra information through derived queries, potentially leading to unexpected outcomes.
The Impact of CVE-2019-3797
The vulnerability can result in more results than expected when specific predicates are used in derived queries, and LIKE expressions in manual queries may produce unexpected outcomes if parameter values are not properly handled.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-3797
This section provides technical insights into the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in Spring Data JPA versions up to 2.1.5, 2.0.13, and 1.11.19 can lead to additional information exposure when using certain predicates in derived queries.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
The issue arises when performing derived queries using 'startingWith', 'endingWith', or 'containing' predicates, potentially returning more results than expected if query parameter values are manipulated. Additionally, LIKE expressions in manual queries may yield unexpected results if bound parameter values are not correctly escaped.
Mitigation and Prevention
Guidelines to address and prevent the CVE.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates