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CVE-2020-9484 Scanner

CVE-2020-9484 scanner - Improper Access Control vulnerability in Apache Tomcat

Short Info

Level

High

Single Scan

Can be used by

Asset Owner

Estimated Time

30 seconds

Time Interval

4 weeks

Scan only one

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Apache Tomcat is an open-source Java-based web application server and servlet container. It is widely used by developers to create dynamic websites and process web requests. The server software provides a platform for deploying and running Java-based web applications on various operating systems. It is known for its versatility, scalability, and support for multiple protocols and frameworks.

CVE-2020-9484 is a vulnerability detected in Apache Tomcat versions 7.0.0 to 7.0.103, 8.5.0 to 8.5.54, 9.0.0.M1 to 9.0.34, and 10.0.0-M1 to 10.0.0-M4. The vulnerability allows an attacker to execute remote code by exploiting the PersistenceManager with a FileStore. In other words, if the attacker can control a file on the server and knows the relative path to the FileStore, they can exploit the vulnerability using a specially crafted request.

Exploiting the CVE-2020-9484 vulnerability can lead to serious consequences as it gives unauthorized access to the server and allows attackers to execute arbitrary code, access sensitive data and tamper with the system. The attacker can gain complete control over the server and use it to further propagate malware or launch more attacks. The vulnerability can have severe consequences for businesses that rely on Apache Tomcat as their web application server, compromising their customers' data and putting their reputation at risk.

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