QID 981485

QID 981485: Java (maven) Security Update for net.sourceforge.htmlunit:htmlunit (GHSA-5mh9-r3rr-9597)

HtmlUnit prior to 2.37.0 contains code execution vulnerabilities. HtmlUnit initializes Rhino engine improperly, hence a malicious JavScript code can execute arbitrary Java code on the application. Moreover, when embedded in Android application, Android-specific initialization of Rhino engine is done in an improper way, hence a malicious JavaScript code can execute arbitrary Java code on the application.

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

  • CVSS V3 rated as Critical - 8.1 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as High - 6.8 severity.
    • Solution
    Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-5mh9-r3rr-9597 for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 981485

    CVE-2020-5529 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-5mh9-r3rr-9597 net.sourceforge.htmlunit:htmlunit URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-5mh9-r3rr-9597
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