CVE-2016-5229

Name: CVE-2016-5229
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-08-02T16:59:02.26+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 7.09%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-5229 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Atlassian Bamboo before 5.11.4.1 and 5.12.x before 5.12.3.1 does not properly restrict permitted deserialized classes, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors related to XStream Serialization.. EPSS estimates a 7.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Atlassian Bamboo before 5.11.4.1 and 5.12.x before 5.12.3.1 does not properly restrict permitted deserialized classes, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors related to XStream Serialization.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

7.09%

93.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-284

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Atlassian	Bamboo	<= 5.11.3
Atlassian	Bamboo	5.12.0
Atlassian	Bamboo	5.12.1
Atlassian	Bamboo	5.12.2

References

http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138053/Bamboo-Deserialization-Issue.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/539003/100/0/threaded
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92057Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://confluence.atlassian.com/bamboo/bamboo-security-advisory-2016-07-20-831660461.htmlVendor Advisory
https://jira.atlassian.com/browse/BAM-17736Issue Tracking
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138053/Bamboo-Deserialization-Issue.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/539003/100/0/threaded
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92057Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://confluence.atlassian.com/bamboo/bamboo-security-advisory-2016-07-20-831660461.htmlVendor Advisory
https://jira.atlassian.com/browse/BAM-17736Issue Tracking

Timeline

Published: Aug 2, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-5229?

How severe is CVE-2016-5229?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5229 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 7.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5229?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST