Oracle XSQL servlet and xml-stylesheet allows code execution on server
| oracle-xsql-execute-code (5905) |  High Risk |
Description:
Oracle could allow a remote attacker to execute Java on a Web server, due to a vulnerability in the XSQL servlet. The Oracle XSQL servlet allows Java to be executed by external XSLT stylesheets regardless of where they reside. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to compromise the Web server.
Consequences:
Gain Access
Remedy:
Upgrade to the latest version of XSQL Servlet (1.0.4.0 or later), available for download from Oracle Technology Network. See References.
References:
- Georgi Guninski Security Advisory #34: Oracle XSQL servlet and xml-stylesheet allow executing java on the web server.
- Oracle Security Alert: Patch for Potential Vulnerability in Oracle XSQL Servlet.
- Oracle Technology Network Web site: XML: XSQL Servlet.
- CVE-2001-0126: Oracle XSQL servlet 1.0.3.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Java code by redirecting the XSQL server to another source via the xml-stylesheet parameter in the xslt stylesheet.
Platforms Affected:
- Oracle Database Server 8.1.7
- Oracle XSQL Servlet 1.0.3.0
Reported:
Jan 09, 2001
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