Vulnerability · Published Nov 24, 2021 · Assigned by apache

CVE-2021-44140Arbitrary file deletion on logout

Critical 9.1

In plain English

A critical-severity security flaw in Apache JSPWiki from Apache Software Foundation. There are no confirmed reports of exploitation so far. The chance it is exploited in the next 30 days is estimated at 6.4% (higher than 94% of all known vulnerabilities). Fixed versions are available - upgrade the affected package.

Severity (CVSS NVD)9.1Critical
Exploit odds (30 days)6.4%top 6.3% of all CVEs
Exploited in the wildNo reportsnot in CISA KEV
Attack toolingNoneno public tooling known

Official description

Remote attackers may delete arbitrary files in a system hosting a JSPWiki instance, versions up to 2.11.0.M8, by using a carefuly crafted http request on logout, given that those files are reachable to the user running the JSPWiki instance. Apache JSPWiki users should upgrade to 2.11.0 or later.

Affected packages & fixed versions

EcosystemPackageFixed inAdvisory
Mavenorg.apache.jspwiki:jspwiki-main2.11.0GHSA-8gw6-w5rw-4g5c

Affected products (as reported)

VendorProductVersions
Apache Software Foundation Apache JSPWiki Apache JSPWiki – through 2.11.0.M8

References