CVE-2022-29631: Server-Side Request Forgery in Jodd HTTP
Summary
CVE-2022-29631: Server-Side Request Forgery in Jodd HTTP. Affects org.jodd:jodd-http versions >= 5.0.0, < 6.2.1. Fixed in 6.2.1. How to fix ↓
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Background
Jodd HTTP is a Java library that provides a simple and convenient way to perform HTTP requests. It offers various components and methods for handling HTTP communication, including sending requests and receiving responses. The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-29631 affects Jodd HTTP version 6.0.9. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) attacks by injecting malicious TCP payloads through the 'jodd.http.HttpRequest#set' and 'jodd.http.HttpRequest#send' components. SSRF attacks can lead to unauthorized access to internal resources, information leakage, and potential further exploitation of the target system.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in Jodd HTTP version 6.0.9 arises from the presence of multiple CLRF injection vulnerabilities in the 'jodd.http.HttpRequest#set' and 'jodd.http.HttpRequest#send' components. These vulnerabilities enable attackers to manipulate TCP payloads and forge requests to internal servers. By crafting a malicious payload, an attacker can trick the server into making unintended requests to internal resources, potentially bypassing security measures and gaining unauthorized access to sensitive information. The impact of successful SSRF attacks can be severe, ranging from data breaches to further exploitation of the target system.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
6.2.1
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, developers can implement input validation and sanitization measures to prevent CLRF injection. This can involve validating user-supplied input and ensuring that it does not contain any malicious characters or sequences. Additionally, it is crucial to implement proper access controls and restrict the server's ability to make requests to internal resources. By carefully filtering and validating user input, developers can reduce the risk of SSRF attacks.
Conclusion
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-29631 in Jodd HTTP version 6.0.9 allows for Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) attacks through CLRF injection. This can lead to unauthorized access to internal resources and potential further exploitation of the target system. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is recommended to upgrade to Jodd HTTP version 6.2.1 or later. Implementing input validation, sanitization measures, and access controls can provide temporary protection. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Jodd HTTP is a Java library that provides functionality for performing HTTP requests and handling HTTP communication in Java applications.
Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) is a type of vulnerability that allows an attacker to make requests from a server to internal resources, potentially bypassing security measures and gaining unauthorized access to sensitive information.
CLRF injection refers to the injection of carriage return (CR) and line feed (LF) characters into input data. In the context of this vulnerability, CLRF injection allows attackers to manipulate TCP payloads and forge requests to internal servers.
Successful SSRF attacks can lead to unauthorized access to internal resources, information leakage, and potential further exploitation of the target system. This can result in data breaches, compromised systems, and potential damage to an organization's reputation.
To protect your application from SSRF attacks, it is essential to implement proper input validation and sanitization measures. Additionally, access controls should be enforced to restrict the server's ability to make requests to internal resources. Regularly updating dependencies to patched versions is also crucial to mitigate known vulnerabilities.
