Vulnerability Description
DefaultExecutionContextSerializer, used by default in Spring Batch's JDBC job repository, passes Base64-decoded bytes directly to ObjectInputStream.readObject() without an ObjectInputFilter that restricts types to a trusted class allowlist. Spring Batch 6.0.0 - 6.0.4 Spring Batch 5.2.6 and earlier
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Broadcom | Spring Batch | >= 5.0.0, < 5.2.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://spring.io/security/cve-2026-47878Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-47878?
CVE-2026-47878 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.6 (MEDIUM). DefaultExecutionContextSerializer, used by default in Spring Batch's JDBC job repository, passes Base64-decoded bytes directly to ObjectInputStream.readObject() without an ObjectInputFilter that restr...
How severe is CVE-2026-47878?
CVE-2026-47878 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-47878?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Broadcom Spring Batch.