Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2016-3690 is a remote code execution issue in the PooledInvokerServlet component of JBoss EAP 4.x and 5.x. An attacker could send a malicious serialized object and make the server run unintended code. Exposure matters most for legacy JBoss systems reachable from the internet or untrusted networks. Likely limited to organizations still running JBoss EAP 4.x or 5.x with PooledInvokerServlet reachable by untrusted users. The bundle does not identify other products, exact configurations, or default exposure details. Prioritize this for rapid asset discovery and containment if legacy JBoss EAP remains in service. The main business risk is unauthorized code execution on application servers, but evidence in the bundle is incomplete on exploitation and fixes. Mitigation focus: Inventory JBoss EAP 4.x and 5.x instances and identify public or partner-facing services.; Review Red Hat Bugzilla and solution articles for supported remediation guidance.; Restrict untrusted network access to affected JBoss services while remediation is confirmed..
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- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1327037CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- https://access.redhat.com/solutions/45530CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- https://access.redhat.com/solutions/178393CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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