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CVE-2015-5211: Under some situations, the Spring Framework 4.2.0 to 4.2.1, 4.0.0 to 4.1.7, 3.2.0 to 3.2.14 and older unsup...

Under some situations, the Spring Framework 4.2.0 to 4.2.1, 4.0.0 to 4.1.7, 3.2.0 to 3.2.14 and older unsupported versions is vulnerable to a Reflected File Download (RFD) attack. The attack involves a malicious user crafting a URL with a batch script extension that results in the response being downloaded rather than rendered and also includes some input reflected in the response.

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Plain-English summary

CVE-2015-5211 affects some Spring Framework versions and can make a crafted web link download a file instead of showing a page. If reflected input is included, the file may look like a script. Business risk depends on exposed Spring applications and user interaction.

Executive priority

Treat as a targeted remediation item for Spring-based web applications, especially internet-facing systems. It is not KEV-listed in the provided bundle, but unsupported or old Spring versions should be prioritized because fixes and guidance may be limited.

Technical view

The source describes a Reflected File Download issue in Spring Framework 4.2.0-4.2.1, 4.0.0-4.1.7, 3.2.0-3.2.14, and older unsupported versions. The behavior involves crafted URLs with batch-script-like extensions causing downloaded responses that reflect attacker-controlled input.

Likely exposure

Internet-facing or internal web applications built on the affected Spring Framework ranges are the likely exposure. The provided CVE data does not identify specific downstream products beyond Spring Framework and Debian libspring-java packaging.

Exploitation context

The bundle does not show CISA KEV listing or active exploitation evidence. Exploitation is described as a crafted URL leading to a downloaded response with reflected input, which likely requires user interaction.

Researcher notes

Evidence is limited to the CVE description and linked advisories. No CVSS, CWE, exploit status, or exact fixed upstream versions are provided in the bundle, so validation should focus on dependency versioning and vendor advisory confirmation.

Mitigation direction

  • Inventory Spring Framework and libspring-java versions across applications.
  • Upgrade affected Spring Framework versions using vendor or distribution guidance.
  • Apply Debian libspring-java security updates where Debian packages are used.
  • Review unsupported Spring versions and prioritize migration to supported releases.
  • Check vendor advisories before deploying compensating controls.

Validation and detection

  • Confirm whether applications use the affected Spring Framework version ranges.
  • Map public routes that reflect user input in responses.
  • Review dependency manifests, package locks, and runtime libraries.
  • Check whether Debian systems received DLA 1853-1 or later updates.
  • Review logs for unusual download requests with script-like file extensions.
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Confidence
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