CVE-2016-6497

CVE-2016-6497 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apache Groovy Ldap with a CVSS 3.x 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-254.

Key facts

Description

main/java/org/apache/directory/groovyldap/LDAP.java in the Groovy LDAP API in Apache allows attackers to conduct LDAP entry poisoning attacks by leveraging setting returnObjFlag to true for all search methods.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-6497?
main/java/org/apache/directory/groovyldap/LDAP.java in the Groovy LDAP API in Apache allows attackers to conduct LDAP entry poisoning attacks by leveraging setting returnObjFlag to true for all search methods.
How severe is CVE-2016-6497?
CVE-2016-6497 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2016-6497 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2016-6497?
CVE-2016-6497 affects Apache Groovy Ldap. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6497?
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-2016-6497 published?
CVE-2016-6497 was published on 2017-01-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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