CVE-2022-46337: Apache Derby: LDAP injection vulnerability in authenticator
A cleverly devised username might bypass LDAP authentication checks. In LDAP-authenticated Derby installations, this could let an attacker fill up the disk by creating junk Derby databases. In LDAP-authenticated Derby installations, this could also allow the attacker to execute malware which was visible to and executable by the account which booted the Derby server. In LDAP-protected databases which weren't also protected by SQL GRANT/REVOKE authorization, this vulnerability could also let an attacker view and corrupt sensitive data and run sensitive database functions and procedures.
Mitigation:
Users should upgrade to Java 21 and Derby 10.17.1.0.
Alternatively, users who wish to remain on older Java versions should build their own Derby distribution from one of the release families to which the fix was backported: 10.16, 10.15, and 10.14. Those are the releases which correspond, respectively, with Java LTS versions 17, 11, and 8.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-46337?
CVE-2022-46337 is a vulnerability in Apache Derby that allows for LDAP injection in the authenticator.
How does CVE-2022-46337 affect Apache Derby?
CVE-2022-46337 affects LDAP-authenticated Derby installations, potentially allowing attackers to create junk Derby databases or execute malware.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-46337?
The severity of CVE-2022-46337 is not provided.
How do I fix CVE-2022-46337 in Apache Derby?
To fix CVE-2022-46337 in Apache Derby, upgrade to version 10.17.1.0 or higher.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-46337?
You can find more information about CVE-2022-46337 in the references provided: [link1](https://lists.apache.org/thread/q23kvvtoohgzwybxpwozmvvk17rp0td3), [link2](https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2022-46337), [link3](https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/DERBY-7147).