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CVE-2021-33333:
Java vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
The vulnerability (CVE-2021-33333) affects the Portal Workflow module in Liferay Portal 7.3.2 and earlier, as well as Liferay DXP versions 7.0 before fix pack 93, 7.1 before fix pack 19, and 7.2 before fix pack 6. The vulnerability was discovered and disclosed in 2021 (NVD, CVE).
Technical details
The vulnerability stems from improper user permission checks in the Portal Workflow module. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 6.3 (Medium) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-276 (Incorrect Default Permissions) (NVD).
Impact
When exploited, this vulnerability allows remote authenticated users to view and delete workflow submissions through crafted URLs, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of workflow data (NVD).
Mitigation and workarounds
Users should upgrade to the following versions based on their current installation: Liferay DXP 7.0 fix pack 93 or later, DXP 7.1 fix pack 19 or later, or DXP 7.2 fix pack 6 or later. For Liferay Portal users, versions after 7.3.2 contain the fix (NVD).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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