Security readout for executives and security teams
Apache Brooklyn 0.9.0 and earlier has a CSRF flaw in its REST server. If a logged-in Brooklyn user clicks a malicious link, the server could run attacker-chosen commands as that user. The source bundle notes a known proof-of-concept, but no KEV listing or active exploitation evidence is provided. Organizations are exposed if they run Apache Brooklyn 0.9.0 or earlier and users administer it through a browser while authenticated. Exposure is higher where the Brooklyn REST or UI surface is reachable from general user workstations or untrusted networks. Prioritize remediation for any active Apache Brooklyn management deployment. This is especially important where Brooklyn controls operational infrastructure, because attacker-triggered actions would run with the victim user's authority. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Apache Brooklyn 0.9.0 or earlier to 0.10.0 or later.; Review the Apache Brooklyn advisory for remediation details specific to your deployment.; Restrict access to the Brooklyn REST/UI surface while upgrade work is pending..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://brooklyn.apache.org/community/security/CVE-2016-8737.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- [dev] 20170210 [SECURITY] CVE-2016-8737: Cross-site request forgery vulnerability in Apache BrooklynCVE reference · mailing-list, x_refsource_MLIST
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