CVE-2014-1904: Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability in org.springframework:spring-webmvc
Summary
CVE-2014-1904: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation in Spring Framework. Affects org.springframework:spring-webmvc across 2 version ranges.
>= 3.0.0, < 3.2.8.RELEASE
>= 4.0.0, < 4.0.2.RELEASE
Fixed in 3.2.8.RELEASE or 4.0.2.RELEASE, depending on the release line you run. How to fix ↓
Also tracked for
- libspring-java · Debian:11
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Background
The org.springframework:spring-webmvc package is a part of the Spring Framework, which is a popular Java-based framework for building web applications. Spring MVC, a module within the Spring Framework, provides support for building web applications using the Model-View-Controller (MVC) architectural pattern. The package includes various classes and components that facilitate the development of web applications, including the FormTag class in the web/servlet/tags/form directory. This vulnerability affects versions 3.0.0 to 3.2.7.RELEASE and 4.0.0 to 4.0.1.RELEASE of the package.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2014-1904 is an instance of improper neutralization of input during web page generation in the Spring Framework. Specifically, it is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the FormTag.java file within the Spring MVC module. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the requested URI in a default action. The impact of this vulnerability can range from unauthorized access to sensitive information to the execution of malicious code on the affected web application.
How To Fix
Fixed versions by release line
The minimum fixed version depends on the release line you run.
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>= 3.0.0, < 3.2.8.RELEASE3.2.8.RELEASE -
>= 4.0.0, < 4.0.2.RELEASE4.0.2.RELEASE
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, developers can manually sanitize user input before using it in the requested URI. This can be done by applying appropriate input validation and output encoding techniques. However, it is strongly advised to apply the recommended fix by upgrading to the fixed versions of the package as soon as possible.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the org.springframework:spring-webmvc package is vulnerable to a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the FormTag.java file. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information or the execution of malicious code. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is recommended to upgrade to the fixed versions of the package. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information or the execution of malicious code on the affected web application.
Versions 3.0.0 to 3.2.7.RELEASE and 4.0.0 to 4.0.1.RELEASE of the package are affected by this vulnerability.
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A temporary workaround is to manually sanitize user input before using it in the requested URI. However, it is strongly recommended to apply the fix by upgrading to the fixed versions of the package.
You can find more information about this vulnerability, including its impact and the fixed versions of the package, in the advisory on the GitHub Advisory Database: [link to advisory]
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