Vulnerability in libslf4j-java: CVE-2018-8088

libslf4j-java Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

20/03/2018
N/A
Yes i
Critical
9.8

CVE-2018-8088: org.slf4j.ext.EventData in the slf4j-ext module in QOS.CH SLF4J before 1.8.0-beta2 allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions via crafted data. Affects libslf4j-java across 2 version ranges.

< 1.7.25-3 < d2b27fba88e983f921558da27fc29b5f5d269405

Fixed in 1.7.25-3. How to fix ↓

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Background

libslf4j-java is a logging framework for the Java programming language. It provides a simple and efficient way to log messages from applications. The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2018-8088, affects versions of libslf4j-java prior to 1.7.26 and the 2.0.x series. It allows remote attackers to bypass access restrictions by exploiting a flaw in the org.slf4j.ext.EventData class in the slf4j-ext module.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability in libslf4j-java allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by manipulating crafted data. This can lead to unauthorized access and potential security breaches. The issue has been fixed in versions 1.7.26 and later, as well as in the 2.0.x series of libslf4j-java.

How To Fix

Minimum fixed version

1.7.25-3

This is the first release that contains the fix.

sudo apt-get install --only-upgrade libslf4j-java

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Workaround

No specific workaround has been provided for this vulnerability.

Conclusion

The vulnerability in libslf4j-java (CVE-2018-8088) allows remote attackers to bypass access restrictions. It is recommended to update libslf4j-java to version 1.7.26 or later to mitigate the risk. For further support on vulnerability remediation, contact DevNack.com.

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FAQ

libslf4j-java is a logging framework for the Java programming language that provides a simple and efficient way to log messages from applications.

The vulnerability allows remote attackers to bypass access restrictions, potentially leading to unauthorized access and security breaches.

Versions of libslf4j-java prior to 1.7.26 and the 2.0.x series are affected by this vulnerability.

To fix the vulnerability, update libslf4j-java to version 1.7.26 or later.

No specific workaround has been provided for this vulnerability.

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How To Fix

Minimum fixed version

1.7.25-3

This is the first release that contains the fix.

sudo apt-get install --only-upgrade libslf4j-java

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