How severe is CVE-2007-5797?

CVE-2007-5797 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-5797 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-5797?

CVE-2007-5797 primarily affects Apache Geronimo. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-5797?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2007-5797 published?

CVE-2007-5797 was published on 2007-11-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-5797

CVE-2007-5797 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apache Geronimo with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-287.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (87th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-287
Affected product: Apache Geronimo
Published: 2007-11-03
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

SQLLoginModule in Apache Geronimo 2.0 through 2.1 does not throw an exception for a nonexistent username, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via a login attempt with any username not contained in the database.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-5797?: SQLLoginModule in Apache Geronimo 2.0 through 2.1 does not throw an exception for a nonexistent username, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via a login attempt with any username not contained in the database.
How severe is CVE-2007-5797?: CVE-2007-5797 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-5797 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-5797?: CVE-2007-5797 primarily affects Apache Geronimo. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5797?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-5797 published?: CVE-2007-5797 was published on 2007-11-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:apache:geronimo:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:apache:geronimo:2.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:apache:geronimo:2.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:apache:geronimo:2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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