QID 980770

QID 980770: Java (maven) Security Update for org.springframework.boot:spring-boot (GHSA-xx65-cc7g-9pfp)

Spring Boot supports an embedded launch script that can be used to easily run the application as a systemd or init.d linux service. The script included with Spring Boot 1.5.9 and earlier and 2.0.0.M1 through 2.0.0.M7 is susceptible to a symlink attack which allows the "run_user" to overwrite and take ownership of any file on the same system. In order to instigate the attack, the application must be installed as a service and the "run_user" requires shell access to the server. Spring Boot application that are not installed as a service, or are not using the embedded launch script are not susceptible.

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

  • CVSS V3 rated as Medium - 5.9 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 4.3 severity.
    • Solution
    Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-xx65-cc7g-9pfp for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 980770

    CVE-2018-1196 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-xx65-cc7g-9pfp org.springframework.boot:spring-boot URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-xx65-cc7g-9pfp
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