Security readout for executives and security teams
Older Apache Tomcat releases could mishandle specially named WAR files and delete files from Tomcat's work directory. That can disrupt applications or cached compiled content, but the provided sources do not show code execution, data theft, or active exploitation. Exposure is most likely where legacy Tomcat 5.5 or 6.0 instances remain installed, especially systems allowing WAR deployment or processing of untrusted WAR filenames. Treat as a legacy-platform hygiene issue with availability risk. Prioritize remediation where old Tomcat is internet-facing, business-critical, or permits application deployment by many users. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Apache Tomcat beyond 5.5.28 or 6.0.20, or apply vendor backported fixes.; Apply relevant OS or vendor advisories for packaged Tomcat builds.; Restrict WAR deployment paths and management interfaces to trusted administrators..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:19431CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:7092CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
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