CVE-2012-3353: Org.apache.sling.jcr.contentloader Apache Sling JCR ContentLoader XmlReader Vulnerability

HIGH
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-wjp3-4xcq-598p
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CVSS 7.5
CWE-200
Published
Advisory Summary

CVE-2012-3353 is a HIGH (CVSS 7.5) apache sling jcr contentloader xmlreader vulnerability (CWE-200: Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor) affecting Org.apache.sling.jcr.contentloader libraries in the Maven ecosystem. The issue involves apache sling jcr contentloader xmlreader arbitrary file load. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 2.1.6.

CVE-2012-3353 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2012-3353
GHSA Identifier GHSA-wjp3-4xcq-598p
Severity HIGH
CVSS v3.1 Base Score 7.5
CWE Classification CWE-200: Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor
Affected Product Org.apache.sling.jcr.contentloader
Package Ecosystem Maven
Published Date
Last Updated

Security Impact

CVSS: 7.5

The security impact metrics below are parsed directly from the CVSS v3.1 vector string (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N).

Attack Vector Network (AV:N)
Attack Complexity Low (AC:L)
Privileges Required None (PR:N)
User Interaction None (UI:N)
Scope Unchanged (S:U)
Confidentiality High (C:H)
Integrity None (I:N)
Availability None (A:N)

How to Fix CVE-2012-3353

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Org.apache.sling.jcr.contentloader 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.sling:org.apache.sling.jcr.contentloader fixed: 2.1.6 
<dependency>
    <groupId>org.apache.sling</groupId>
    <artifactId>org.apache.sling.jcr.contentloader</artifactId>
    <version>2.1.6</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.sling

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Java application is affected by CVE-2012-3353, inspect your build dependencies using the Maven Dependency Plugin:

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

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Org.apache.sling.jcr.contentloader in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 2.1.6), your application is affected.

Note: The mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.sling 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-200: Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor, where the product exposes sensitive information to an actor that is not explicitly authorized to have access to that information. In Org.apache.sling.jcr.contentloader, 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 Apache Sling JCR ContentLoader 2.1.4 XmlReader used in the Sling JCR content loader module makes it possible to import arbitrary files in the content repository, including local files, causing potential information leaks. Users should upgrade to version 2.1.6 of the JCR ContentLoader

CVE-2012-3353 Affected Org.apache.sling.jcr.contentloader Versions

1 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
2.1.6
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
org.apache.sling:org.apache.sling.jcr.contentloader
maven/org.apache.sling/org.apache.sling.jcr.contentloader
Maven
< 2.1.6
2.1.6

References

NVD — CVE-2012-3353 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2012-3353
issues.apache.org/jira/browse/sling-2... WEB
https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/SLING-2512
lists.apache.org/thread/owd2xw86l19d... WEB
https://lists.apache.org/thread/owd2xw86l19dh1f1zlhq41l7wlnd16sk

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-3353?
CVE-2012-3353 is a security vulnerability in Org.apache.sling.jcr.contentloader involving Apache Sling JCR ContentLoader XmlReader Arbitrary File Load under CWE-200: Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor.
Which Org.apache.sling.jcr.contentloader versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 2.1.6 across affected packages: org.apache.sling:org.apache.sling.jcr.contentloader.
What version fixes CVE-2012-3353?
Upgrading to 2.1.6 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is org.apache.sling.jcr.contentloader affected?
Yes, org.apache.sling:org.apache.sling.jcr.contentloader is affected in releases prior to 2.1.6. Upgrade your dependency to 2.1.6 or later.
What is the CVSS score of CVE-2012-3353?
CVE-2012-3353 has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH) with vector string CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2012-3353?
CVE-2012-3353 is classified under CWE-200: Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor (The product exposes sensitive information to an actor that is not explicitly authorized to have access to that information.).
How can I check Maven dependencies for CVE-2012-3353?
Run the dependency tree command: 'mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.sling'. 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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