CVE-2023-20860
CVE-2023-20860 is a high-severity vulnerability in Vmware Spring Framework 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.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 4% (89th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: Vmware Spring Framework
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Spring Framework running version 6.0.0 - 6.0.6 or 5.3.0 - 5.3.25 using "**" as a pattern in Spring Security configuration with the mvcRequestMatcher creates a mismatch in pattern matching between Spring Security and Spring MVC, and the potential for a security bypass.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-20860?
- Spring Framework running version 6.0.0 - 6.0.6 or 5.3.0 - 5.3.25 using "**" as a pattern in Spring Security configuration with the mvcRequestMatcher creates a mismatch in pattern matching between Spring Security and Spring MVC, and the potential for a security bypass.
- How severe is CVE-2023-20860?
- CVE-2023-20860 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-2023-20860 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-20860?
- CVE-2023-20860 affects Vmware Spring Framework. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-20860?
- 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-2023-20860 published?
- CVE-2023-20860 was published on 2023-03-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:vmware:spring_framework:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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