Insufficient user input in Apache Jetspeed-2

The impact of CVE-2022-32533 is significant due to the potential for multiple attack vectors. An attacker could leverage XSS to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users, potentially stealing session cookies or redirecting them to phishing sites. CSRF attacks could allow an attacker to perform actions on behalf of a legitimate user without their knowledge. XXE vulnerabilities could enable attackers to access sensitive files on the server or even execute arbitrary code. SSRF could allow attackers to access internal resources that are not publicly accessible, potentially leading to data breaches or further compromise of the system. The combination of these vulnerabilities makes Jetspeed-2 deployments a high-risk target.

Organizations that rely on Apache Jetspeed-2 for portal functionality, particularly those with legacy deployments or those who have not implemented robust input validation measures, are at significant risk. Shared hosting environments where Jetspeed-2 is deployed alongside other applications are also vulnerable, as a compromise of Jetspeed-2 could potentially impact other tenants.

• java / server:

find / -name "jetspeed-commons*.jar" -print

• java / server:

grep -r "xss.filter.post = false" /opt/jetspeed/conf/*.xml

• generic web:

curl -I http://your-jetspeed-server/ | grep -i server

1. 2022-07-07Disclosure

   disclosure

1. आरक्षित2022-06-07
2. प्रकाशित2022-07-07
3. संशोधित2023-11-08
4. EPSS अद्यतन2026-04-02

Given that Apache Jetspeed-2 is a dormant project, direct patching is not an option. The primary mitigation is to enable the configuration option "xss.filter.post = true". This setting, while not a complete solution, provides a baseline level of protection against XSS attacks. If possible, consider migrating away from Jetspeed-2 to a supported portal solution. As a temporary workaround, implement strict input validation and output encoding in your application code to sanitize user-provided data. Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) can also be configured to detect and block malicious requests targeting known attack patterns associated with XSS, CSRF, and SSRF vulnerabilities. Regularly review and audit your Jetspeed-2 configuration to identify and address any potential weaknesses.