Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Apache ActiveMQ
Summary
CVE-2018-8006: An instance of a cross-site scripting vulnerability was identified to be present in the web based administration console on the queue.jsp page of Apache ActiveMQ versions 5.0.0 to 5.15.5. Affects activemq across 2 version ranges.
< 5.15.6-1
>= 38fcc0ce0178d4a6870aa4f68e2b565c1ad0aa6f, <= 22ace0463970445421e02ac2325354cf27b1b634
Fixed in 5.15.6-1. How to fix ↓
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Background
Apache ActiveMQ is an open-source message broker that provides reliable messaging between distributed applications. It is widely used for its support of multiple messaging protocols and extensive features. However, versions 5.0.0 to 5.15.5 of Apache ActiveMQ are vulnerable to a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack. This vulnerability arises due to improper data filtering of the QueueFilter parameter in the web-based administration console's queue.jsp page.
Vulnerability Detail
The identified cross-site scripting vulnerability in Apache ActiveMQ can allow an attacker to inject malicious scripts into the web application, which can then be executed in the context of other users. This can lead to various security risks, including unauthorized access to sensitive information, session hijacking, and potential remote code execution. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 6.1, indicating a moderate severity level.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
5.15.6-1
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
If upgrading to the latest version is not immediately feasible, a temporary workaround is to disable or restrict access to the web-based administration console. By limiting access to trusted users or blocking access to the affected page (queue.jsp), the risk of exploitation can be reduced. However, this is only a temporary solution, and upgrading to the patched version is still strongly recommended.
Conclusion
The cross-site scripting vulnerability in Apache ActiveMQ can pose significant security risks to affected systems. It is crucial to promptly upgrade to the patched version (5.15.6-1 or later) or apply the recommended workarounds to mitigate the risk of exploitation. For further assistance and support in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Apache ActiveMQ is an open-source message broker that facilitates reliable messaging between distributed applications.
Cross-site scripting (XSS) is a security vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. This can lead to various attacks, such as stealing sensitive information or executing unauthorized actions.
The vulnerability in Apache ActiveMQ can enable attackers to inject and execute malicious scripts in the context of other users. This can result in unauthorized access to sensitive information, session hijacking, and potential remote code execution.
To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to upgrade to Apache ActiveMQ version 5.15.6-1 or later. This version includes the necessary fixes to mitigate the cross-site scripting vulnerability.
If immediate upgrading is not possible, a temporary workaround is to restrict access to the web-based administration console or block access to the affected page (queue.jsp). However, this is not a permanent solution, and upgrading to the patched version is strongly advised.
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