[UPDATE] [critical] Apache log4j: Vulnerability allows code execution
A remote, anonymous attacker can exploit a vulnerability in Apache log4j to execute arbitrary program code.
CSIRTS triage
- What
- A vulnerability in Apache log4j allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary program code.
- Who is affected
- Remote, anonymous attackers targeting systems using Apache log4j.
- Urgency
- This is a critical vulnerability that requires immediate attention due to the potential for remote code execution.
- Action
- Patch Apache log4j to the latest version to remediate this vulnerability.
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Details
Original advisory: https://wid.cert-bund.de/portal/wid/securityadvisory?name=WID-SEC-2022-0351
Recent advisories for Apache log4j
A cluster of recent advisories against the same product widens the attack surface — attackers routinely chain freshly published CVEs on one product, so review these together.
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