CVE-2002-2006: Apache Tomcat Apache Tomcat Default Installation Reveals Vulnerability

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Advisory Identifier: GHSA-8g4f-fh7f-4fwh
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2002-2006 is a LOW apache tomcat default installation reveals vulnerability (General Security Weakness) affecting Apache Tomcat libraries in the Maven ecosystem. The issue involves apache tomcat default installation reveals sensitive information. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 4.1.0, 3.3a.

CVE-2002-2006 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2002-2006
GHSA Identifier GHSA-8g4f-fh7f-4fwh
Severity LOW
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification General Security Weakness
Affected Product Apache Tomcat
Package Ecosystem Maven
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2002-2006

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Apache Tomcat dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

org.apache.tomcat:tomcat fixed: 4.1.0 
<dependency>
    <groupId>org.apache.tomcat</groupId>
    <artifactId>tomcat</artifactId>
    <version>4.1.0</version>
</dependency>
org.apache.tomcat:tomcat fixed: 3.3a 
<dependency>
    <groupId>org.apache.tomcat</groupId>
    <artifactId>tomcat</artifactId>
    <version>3.3a</version>
</dependency>
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.tomcat

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Java application is affected by CVE-2002-2006, inspect your build dependencies using the Maven Dependency Plugin:

mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.tomcat

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Apache Tomcat in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 4.1.0), your application is affected.

Note: The mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.tomcat command inspects the resolved dependency graph declared in your project's POM files; it does not perform automated security scanning or inspect runtime dynamic classpaths. Always verify runtime container classpaths and shaded JARs.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under General Security Weakness. In Apache Tomcat, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

The default installation of Apache Tomcat 4.0 through 4.1 and 3.0 through 3.3.1 allows remote attackers to obtain the installation path and other sensitive system information via the (1) SnoopServlet or (2) TroubleShooter example servlets.

CVE-2002-2006 Affected Apache Tomcat Versions

2 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
4.1.03.3a
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
org.apache.tomcat:tomcat
maven/org.apache.tomcat/tomcat
Maven
≥ 4.0.0
< 4.1.0
4.1.0
org.apache.tomcat:tomcat
maven/org.apache.tomcat/tomcat
Maven
≥ 3.0
< 3.3a
3.3a

References

NVD — CVE-2002-2006 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2002-2006
https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/29dc6c2b625789e70a9c4756b5a327e6547273ff8bde7e0327af48c5@<dev.tomcat.apache.org> WEB
https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/29dc6c2b625789e70a9c4756b5a327e6547273ff8bde7e0327af48c5@<dev.tomcat.apache.org>
https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/c62b0e3a7bf23342352a5810c640a94b6db69957c5c19db507004d74@<dev.tomcat.apache.org> WEB
https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/c62b0e3a7bf23342352a5810c640a94b6db69957c5c19db507004d74@<dev.tomcat.apache.org>
https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/rb71997f506c6cc8b530dd845c084995a9878098846c7b4eacfae8db3@<dev.tomcat.apache.org> WEB
https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/rb71997f506c6cc8b530dd845c084995a9878098846c7b4eacfae8db3@<dev.tomcat.apache.org>
web.archive.org/web/20020602051837/... WEB
https://web.archive.org/web/20020602051837/http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-04/0311.html
Apache Tomcat Security Information SECURITY
https://web.archive.org/web/20021026082659/http://online.securityfocus.com/bid/4575
Apache Tomcat Security Information SECURITY
https://web.archive.org/web/20030104173336/http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8932.php
sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do WEB
http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-239312-1
Apache Tomcat Security Information SECURITY
http://tomcat.apache.org/security-4.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-2006?
CVE-2002-2006 is a security vulnerability in Apache Tomcat involving Apache Tomcat Default Installation Reveals Sensitive Information under General Security Weakness.
Which Apache Tomcat versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 4.1.0, 3.3a across affected packages: org.apache.tomcat:tomcat.
What version fixes CVE-2002-2006?
Upgrading to 4.1.0, 3.3a (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is tomcat affected?
Yes, org.apache.tomcat:tomcat is affected in releases prior to 4.1.0, 3.3a. Upgrade your dependency to 4.1.0, 3.3a or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2002-2006?
CVE-2002-2006 is classified under General Security Weakness.
How can I check Maven dependencies for CVE-2002-2006?
Run the dependency tree command: 'mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.tomcat'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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