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CVE-2023-20860

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 3.51%

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CVE-2023-20860 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Spring Framework running version 6.0.0 - 6.0.6 or 5.3.0 - 5.3.25 using "**" as a pattern in Spring Security configuration with the mvcRequestMatcher creates a mismatch in pattern matching between Spring Security and Spring MVC, and the potential for a security bypass.. EPSS estimates a 3.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Spring Framework running version 6.0.0 - 6.0.6 or 5.3.0 - 5.3.25 using "**" as a pattern in Spring Security configuration with the mvcRequestMatcher creates a mismatch in pattern matching between Spring Security and Spring MVC, and the potential for a security bypass.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
7.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N

EPSS Probability
3.51%

87.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
VmwareSpring Framework>= 5.3.0, < 5.3.26
VmwareSpring Framework>= 6.0.0, < 6.0.7

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-20860?
Spring Framework running version 6.0.0 - 6.0.6 or 5.3.0 - 5.3.25 using "**" as a pattern in Spring Security configuration with the mvcRequestMatcher creates a mismatch in pattern matching between Spring Security and Spring MVC, and the potential for a security bypass.
How severe is CVE-2023-20860?
CVE-2023-20860 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-20860?
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