CVE-2018-1273:CVE-2018-1273 is a vulnerability in Spring Data Commons versions prior to 1.13 to 1.13.10, 2.0 to 2.0.5, and older unsupported versions that allows for remote code execution due to improper neutralization of special elements.

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The vulnerability in Spring Data Commons allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to supply specially crafted request parameters against Spring Data REST backed HTTP resources or using Spring Data's projection-based request payload binding, leading to a remote code execution attack.

Overview

This vulnerability, identified as CVE-2018-1273, affects Spring Data Commons versions prior to 1.13 to 1.13.10, 2.0 to 2.0.5, and older unsupported versions. It is classified as a code injection vulnerability (CWE-94) due to improper neutralization of special elements, allowing for remote code execution by an attacker.

Remediation

To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to update their Spring Data Commons installations to versions 1.13.10, 2.0.5, or newer, as older unsupported versions are also affected. Patches or updates provided by the vendor should be applied promptly to mitigate the risk of remote code execution attacks. Additionally, it is recommended to follow secure coding practices and input validation techniques to prevent code injection vulnerabilities.

References

  1. [ignite-dev] 20180719 [CVE-2018-1273] Apache Ignite impacted by security vulnerability in Spring Data Commons. Link
  2. Oracle Security Alerts - July 2022. Link
  3. Pivotal Security Advisory for CVE-2018-1273. Link
  4. CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. Link

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  2. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  3. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  4. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  5. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  6. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  7. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  10. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade
  11. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  12. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  13. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  14. Construction
    Construction
  15. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  16. Information
    Information
  17. Mining
    Mining
  18. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  19. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  20. Utilities
    Utilities

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