CVE-2010-2057: Improper Authentication in Apache MyFaces
Summary
CVE-2010-2057: Improper Authentication in Apache MyFaces. Affects org.apache.myfaces.shared:myfaces-shared-core across 3 version ranges.
>= 1.1.0, < 1.1.8
>= 1.2.0, < 1.2.9
>= 2.0.0, < 2.0.1
Fixed in 1.1.8, 1.2.9 or 2.0.1, depending on the release line you run. How to fix ↓
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Background
Apache MyFaces is an open-source JavaServer Faces (JSF) implementation. It provides a set of APIs and components for building web applications using JSF. The MyFaces API package, specifically org.apache.myfaces.core:myfaces-api, is affected by an improper authentication vulnerability.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability exists in the shared/util/StateUtils.java file in Apache MyFaces versions 1.1.x before 1.1.8, 1.2.x before 1.2.9, and 2.0.x before 2.0.1. The affected versions use an encrypted View State without a Message Authentication Code (MAC), making it easier for remote attackers to perform successful modifications of the View State via a padding oracle attack. This vulnerability has a moderate severity rating (CWE-287).
How To Fix
Fixed versions by release line
The minimum fixed version depends on the release line you run.
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>= 1.1.0, < 1.1.81.1.8 -
>= 1.2.0, < 1.2.91.2.9 -
>= 2.0.0, < 2.0.12.0.1
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Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is recommended to apply the fix by upgrading to the fixed versions of Apache MyFaces.
Conclusion
The improper authentication vulnerability in Apache MyFaces can be mitigated by upgrading to the fixed versions. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Apache MyFaces is an open-source JavaServer Faces (JSF) implementation that provides a set of APIs and components for building web applications using JSF.
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to perform modifications of the View State, potentially leading to unauthorized access or other malicious activities.
A padding oracle attack is a cryptographic attack that exploits the padding scheme used in encryption algorithms. In this case, it allows an attacker to modify the encrypted View State without detection.
This vulnerability has a moderate severity rating (CWE-287).
To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to upgrade to the fixed versions of Apache MyFaces.
