Vulnerability Description
Race condition in the RunAsManager mechanism in VMware SpringSource Spring Security before 2.0.7 and 3.0.x before 3.0.6 stores the Authentication object in the shared security context, which allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted thread.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Springsource Spring Security | <= 2.0.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=677814
- http://secunia.com/advisories/55155
- http://support.springsource.com/security/cve-2011-2731Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1029151
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=677814
- http://secunia.com/advisories/55155
- http://support.springsource.com/security/cve-2011-2731Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1029151
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-2731?
CVE-2011-2731 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.1 (MEDIUM). Race condition in the RunAsManager mechanism in VMware SpringSource Spring Security before 2.0.7 and 3.0.x before 3.0.6 stores the Authentication object in the shared security context, which allows at...
How severe is CVE-2011-2731?
CVE-2011-2731 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-2731?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vmware Springsource Spring Security.