HtmlUnit <3.9.0 RCE via XSTL, fixed 3.9.0
CVE-2023-49093 Published on December 4, 2023
HtmlUnit vulnerable to Remote Code Execution (RCE) via XSTL
HtmlUnit is a GUI-less browser for Java programs. HtmlUnit is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution (RCE) via XSTL, when browsing the attackers webpage. This vulnerability has been patched in version 3.9.0
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2023-49093 can be exploited with network access, and does not require authorization privileges or user interaction. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. An automatable proof of concept (POC) exploit exists. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to be critical as this vulnerability has a high impact to the confidentiality, integrity and availability of this component.
Weakness Type
What is a Code Injection Vulnerability?
The software constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment.
CVE-2023-49093 has been classified to as a Code Injection vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2023-49093
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Affected Versions
htmlunit Version < 3.9.0 is affected by CVE-2023-49093Vulnerable Packages
The following package name and versions may be associated with CVE-2023-49093
| Package Manager | Vulnerable Package | Versions | Fixed In |
|---|---|---|---|
| maven | org.htmlunit:htmlunit | < 3.9.0 | 3.9.0 |
Exploit Probability
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