Security Update for libspring-java

libspring-java Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

29/03/2014
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DSA-2890-1: libspring-java - security update. Affects libspring-java versions < 3.0.6.RELEASE-6+deb7u3. Fixed in 3.0.6.RELEASE-6+deb7u3. How to fix ↓

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Background

libspring-java is a Debian package for the Java Spring framework. It provides various functionalities for developing Java applications, including support for XML processing and web development using Spring MVC.

Vulnerability Detail

Two vulnerabilities have been discovered in libspring-java:

  1. CVE-2014-0054: Jaxb2RootElementHttpMessageConverter in Spring MVC processes external XML entities, which can lead to security issues.

  2. CVE-2014-1904: Spring MVC introduces a cross-site scripting vulnerability if the action on a Spring form is not specified.

These vulnerabilities can potentially be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access, execute arbitrary code, or perform cross-site scripting attacks.

How To Fix

Minimum fixed version

3.0.6.RELEASE-6+deb7u3

This is the first release that contains the fix.

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

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Conclusion

It is crucial to promptly update your libspring-java packages to address these vulnerabilities and ensure the security of your Java applications. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.

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FAQ

libspring-java is a Debian package that provides the Java Spring framework, which is widely used for developing Java applications.

CVE-2014-0054 is a vulnerability in libspring-java where Jaxb2RootElementHttpMessageConverter in Spring MVC processes external XML entities, potentially leading to security issues.

CVE-2014-1904 is a vulnerability in libspring-java where Spring MVC introduces a cross-site scripting vulnerability if the action on a Spring form is not specified.

These vulnerabilities can be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access, execute arbitrary code, or perform cross-site scripting attacks.

To fix these vulnerabilities, you should upgrade your libspring-java packages to the recommended versions mentioned in the 'how_to_fix' section.

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How To Fix

Minimum fixed version

3.0.6.RELEASE-6+deb7u3

This is the first release that contains the fix.

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

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