Apache CXF UsernameToken Policy Validation Security Bypass Vulnerability

BID:51886

Info

Apache CXF UsernameToken Policy Validation Security Bypass Vulnerability

Bugtraq ID: 51886
Class: Access Validation Error
CVE: CVE-2012-0803
Remote: Yes
Local: No
Published: Feb 07 2012 12:00AM
Updated: Feb 07 2012 12:00AM
Credit: Reported by the vendor
Vulnerable:
Not Vulnerable:

Discussion

Apache CXF UsernameToken Policy Validation Security Bypass Vulnerability

Apache CXF is prone to a security-bypass vulnerability.

An attacker may exploit this issue to bypass the UsernameToken policy and gain access to restricted services.

Apache CXF 2.4.5 and 2.5.1 are affected.

Exploit / POC

Apache CXF UsernameToken Policy Validation Security Bypass Vulnerability

Attackers can exploit this issue using a browser or readily available tools.

Solution / Fix

Apache CXF UsernameToken Policy Validation Security Bypass Vulnerability

Solution:
Updates are available. Please see the references for more information.

References

Apache CXF UsernameToken Policy Validation Security Bypass Vulnerability

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