CVE-2007-0185: Direct Web Remoting Vulnerable to Denial of Service
Summary
CVE-2007-0185: Direct Web Remoting vulnerable to Denial of Service. Affects org.directwebremoting:dwr versions < 1.1.4. Fixed in 1.1.4. How to fix ↓
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Background
Direct Web Remoting (DWR) is an open-source Java library that allows developers to create Ajax applications by enabling Java methods on the server to be called from JavaScript in the browser. It provides a simple and efficient way to communicate between the client and server, making it easier to build interactive web applications. However, DWR versions prior to 1.1.4 are vulnerable to a Denial of Service (DoS) attack.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in DWR before version 1.1.4 allows attackers to cause a DoS attack by exploiting unknown vectors related to a large number of calls in a batch. This can lead to memory exhaustion and servlet outage, rendering the application unresponsive or unavailable. The exact details of the attack vectors are not disclosed.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
1.1.4
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround provided for this vulnerability. The best approach is to upgrade to the latest secure version of DWR.
Conclusion
The vulnerability in Direct Web Remoting (DWR) versions prior to 1.1.4 can be exploited to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) attack. It is crucial to upgrade to the latest secure version (1.1.4 or later) to mitigate this vulnerability. Vulert's playground can be used to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability. For additional support on vulnerability remediation, contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Direct Web Remoting (DWR) is an open-source Java library that enables developers to create Ajax applications by allowing Java methods on the server to be called from JavaScript in the browser.
A Denial of Service (DoS) attack is a malicious attempt to disrupt the normal functioning of a network, system, or application by overwhelming it with a flood of illegitimate requests or excessive resource consumption.
The vulnerability in DWR can lead to a DoS attack, causing memory exhaustion and servlet outage. This can result in the application becoming unresponsive or unavailable, impacting its availability and performance.
You can use Vulert's playground (https://vulert.com/scanner) to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability. Vulert monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities, using just the pom.xml file without requiring access to the code or installation.
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