QID 980363

QID 980363: Java (maven) Security Update for org.apache.ant:ant (GHSA-q5r4-cfpx-h6fh)

When reading a specially crafted TAR archive an Apache Ant build can be made to allocate large amounts of memory that finally leads to an out of memory error, even for small inputs. This can be used to disrupt builds using Apache Ant. Apache Ant prior to 1.9.16 and 1.10.11 were affected.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the targeted user.

  • CVSS V3 rated as Medium - 5.5 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 4.3 severity.
    • Solution
    Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-q5r4-cfpx-h6fh for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 980363

    CVE-2021-36373 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-q5r4-cfpx-h6fh org.apache.ant:ant URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-q5r4-cfpx-h6fh
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