CVE-2009-2901
UnknownEPSS 8.15%
Last modified
CVE-2009-2901 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The autodeployment process in Apache Tomcat 5.5.0 through 5.5.28 and 6.0.0 through 6.0.20, when autoDeploy is enabled, deploys appBase files that remain from a failed undeploy, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended authentication requirements via HTTP requests.. EPSS estimates a 8.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The autodeployment process in Apache Tomcat 5.5.0 through 5.5.28 and 6.0.0 through 6.0.20, when autoDeploy is enabled, deploys appBase files that remain from a failed undeploy, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended authentication requirements via HTTP requests.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.0 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.1 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.2 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.3 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.4 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.5 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.6 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.7 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.8 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.9 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.10 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.11 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.12 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.13 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.14 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.15 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.16 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.17 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.18 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.19 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.20 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.21 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.22 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.23 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.24 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.25 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.26 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.27 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 5.5.28 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.0 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.1 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.2 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.3 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.4 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.5 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.6 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.7 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.8 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.9 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.10 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.11 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.12 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.13 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.14 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.15 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.16 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.17 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.18 |
| Apache | Tomcat | 6.0.19 |
Showing 50 of 51 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/38316Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/38346Vendor Advisory
- http://tomcat.apache.org/security-5.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://tomcat.apache.org/security-6.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/0213Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/38316Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/38346Vendor Advisory
- http://tomcat.apache.org/security-5.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://tomcat.apache.org/security-6.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/0213Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2009-2901?
The autodeployment process in Apache Tomcat 5.5.0 through 5.5.28 and 6.0.0 through 6.0.20, when autoDeploy is enabled, deploys appBase files that remain from a failed undeploy, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended authentication requirements via HTTP requests.
How severe is CVE-2009-2901?
Severity scoring for CVE-2009-2901 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 8.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2901?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
How Strix Helps
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