ID:8476 - Exploit for Improper Authentication in Apache Shiro - CVE-2022-40664

 
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ID:8476 - Exploit for Improper Authentication in Apache Shiro - CVE-2022-40664

Published: October 16, 2022


Vulnerability identifier: #VU68270
Vulnerability risk: High
CVE-ID: CVE-2022-40664
CWE-ID: CWE-287
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Vulnerable software:
Apache Shiro

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error when forwarding or including requests via RequestDispatcher. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.