CVE-2021-40822 Scanner
Detects 'Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF)' vulnerability in GeoServer affects v. through 2.18.5 and 2.19.x through 2.19.2.
Short Info
Level
High
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 second
Time Interval
1 month
Scan only one
Domain, Ipv4
Toolbox
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GeoServer is a Java-based open-source software that enables the sharing and management of geospatial data across various platforms. It allows users to publish data from a variety of sources, including files, databases, and web services, as standards-compliant geospatial services. GeoServer is highly customizable and can be used by individuals, organizations, and government agencies for a wide range of purposes, including land use planning, transportation management, natural resource management, and emergency response.
A recently detected vulnerability in GeoServer, CVE-2021-40822, allows for Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) through the option for setting a proxy host. SSRF is a type of security exploit that enables attackers to send requests from a server to internal or external resources without the server owner's authorization. In GeoServer SSRF, the attacker can manipulate requests that GeoServer will send on its behalf, causing the server to interact with unexpected external resources, leading to further attacks.
If exploited, CVE-2021-40822 can lead to a range of serious attacks including data theft, security bypassing, and potential system crashes. For example, attackers can gain unauthorized access to data stored on a server or use the vulnerability to mask their identity and launch further attacks via other servers and resources. The vulnerability can also be used to bypass security measures put in place to detect and prevent such attacks, causing issues such as system instability and data loss.
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