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CRITICAL · 9.1

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.

Vulnerability 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.

CVSS Score

9.1

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
VmwareSpring Security>= 5.6.0, < 5.6.12

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-281

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2023-34034?

CVE-2023-34034 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL). 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 been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.1/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2023-34034?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vmware Spring Security.