CVE-2010-1632: Axis2 Improper Input Validation Vulnerability

HIGH
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-23vv-v25h-qwqw
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CWE-20
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2010-1632 is a HIGH improper input validation vulnerability (CWE-20: Improper Input Validation) affecting Axis2 libraries in the Maven ecosystem. The issue involves improper input validation in apache axis2. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 1.5.2.

CVE-2010-1632 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2010-1632
GHSA Identifier GHSA-23vv-v25h-qwqw
Severity HIGH
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-20: Improper Input Validation
Affected Product Axis2
Package Ecosystem Maven
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2010-1632

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Axis2 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.axis2.wso2:axis2 fixed: 1.5.2 
<dependency>
    <groupId>org.apache.axis2.wso2</groupId>
    <artifactId>axis2</artifactId>
    <version>1.5.2</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.axis2.wso2

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Java application is affected by CVE-2010-1632, inspect your build dependencies using the Maven Dependency Plugin:

mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.axis2.wso2

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Axis2 in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 1.5.2), your application is affected.

Note: The mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.axis2.wso2 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 CWE-20: Improper Input Validation, where the product receives input or data, but it does not validate or incorrectly validates that the input has the properties that are required to process the data safely and correctly. In Axis2, 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

Apache Axis2 before 1.5.2, as used in IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) 7.0 through 7.0.0.12, IBM Feature Pack for Web Services 6.1.0.9 through 6.1.0.32, IBM Feature Pack for Web 2.0 1.0.1.0, Apache Synapse, Apache ODE, Apache Tuscany, Apache Geronimo, and other products, does not properly reject DTDs in SOAP messages, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files, send HTTP requests to intranet servers, or cause a denial of service (CPU and memory consumption) via a crafted DTD, as demonstrated by an entity declaration in a request to the Synapse SimpleStockQuoteService.

CVE-2010-1632 Affected Axis2 Versions

1 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
1.5.2
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
org.apache.axis2.wso2:axis2
maven/org.apache.axis2.wso2/axis2
Maven
< 1.5.2
1.5.2

References

NVD — CVE-2010-1632 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2010-1632
h20566.www2.hpe.com/portal/site/hpsc/pu... WEB
https://h20566.www2.hpe.com/portal/site/hpsc/public/kb/docDisplay?docId=emr_na-c05289984
issues.apache.org/jira/browse/axis2-4... WEB
https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/AXIS2-4450
issues.apache.org/jira/browse/geronim... WEB
https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/GERONIMO-5383
Axis2 Security Information SECURITY
https://svn.apache.org/repos/asf/axis/axis2/java/core/security/CVE-2010-1632.pdf
geronimo.apache.org/2010/07/21/apache-g... WEB
http://geronimo.apache.org/2010/07/21/apache-geronimo-v216-released.html
Axis2 Security Information SECURITY
http://geronimo.apache.org/21x-security-report.html
Axis2 Security Information SECURITY
http://geronimo.apache.org/22x-security-report.html
markmail.org/message/e4yiij7lfex... WEB
http://markmail.org/message/e4yiij7lfexastvl

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2010-1632?
CVE-2010-1632 is a security vulnerability in Axis2 involving Improper Input Validation in Apache Axis2 under CWE-20: Improper Input Validation.
Which Axis2 versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 1.5.2 across affected packages: org.apache.axis2.wso2:axis2.
What version fixes CVE-2010-1632?
Upgrading to 1.5.2 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is axis2 affected?
Yes, org.apache.axis2.wso2:axis2 is affected in releases prior to 1.5.2. Upgrade your dependency to 1.5.2 or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2010-1632?
CVE-2010-1632 is classified under CWE-20: Improper Input Validation (The product receives input or data, but it does not validate or incorrectly validates that the input has the properties that are required to process the data safely and correctly.).
How can I check Maven dependencies for CVE-2010-1632?
Run the dependency tree command: 'mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.axis2.wso2'. 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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