CyberRota Analysis
AI-GeneratedThe vulnerability in SparkJava affects the staticFiles.externalLocation function, allowing remote attackers to exploit symlink following. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files on the server. Organizations using SparkJava versions up to 2.9.4 should prioritize patching this issue to mitigate potential data exposure risks.
Public Exploit Signal
A public exploit, PoC, GitHub repository or Metasploit reference was detected for this CVE.
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Original NVD Description
A vulnerability was determined in perwendel spark up to 2.9.4. This vulnerability affects the function staticFiles.externalLocation of the file src/main/java/spark/resource/ExternalResourceHandler.jav of the component SparkJava. Executing a manipulation can lead to symlink following. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be utilized. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.