CVE-2023-34034
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 3.46%
Last modified
CVE-2023-34034 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Using "**" as a pattern in Spring Security configuration for WebFlux creates a mismatch in pattern matching between Spring Security and Spring WebFlux, and the potential for a security bypass. . EPSS estimates a 3.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Using "**" as a pattern in Spring Security configuration for WebFlux creates a mismatch in pattern matching between Spring Security and Spring WebFlux, and the potential for a security bypass.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Spring Security | >= 5.6.0, < 5.6.12 |
| Vmware | Spring Security | >= 5.7.0, < 5.7.10 |
| Vmware | Spring Security | >= 5.8.0, < 5.8.5 |
| Vmware | Spring Security | >= 6.0.0, < 6.0.5 |
| Vmware | Spring Security | >= 6.1.0, < 6.1.2 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-34034?
Using "**" as a pattern in Spring Security configuration
for WebFlux creates a mismatch in pattern matching between Spring
Security and Spring WebFlux, and the potential for a security bypass.
How severe is CVE-2023-34034?
CVE-2023-34034 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-34034?
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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