CVE-2020-17521

Summary

Apache Groovy provides extension methods to aid with creating temporary directories. Prior to this fix, Groovy's implementation of those extension methods was using a now superseded Java JDK method call that is potentially not secure on some operating systems in some contexts. Users not using the extension methods mentioned in the advisory are not affected, but may wish to read the advisory for further details. Versions Affected: 2.0 to 2.4.20, 2.5.0 to 2.5.13, 3.0.0 to 3.0.6, and 4.0.0-alpha-1. Fixed in versions 2.4.21, 2.5.14, 3.0.7, 4.0.0-alpha-2.

Affected Software

VendorProductVersion RangeStatus
Apache Software FoundationApache Groovy2.0 to 2.4.20affected
Apache Software FoundationApache Groovy2.5.0 to 2.5.13affected
Apache Software FoundationApache Groovy3.0.0 to 3.0.6affected
Apache Software FoundationApache Groovy4.0.0-alpha-1affected

Weaknesses

  • Information Disclosure

ADP Enrichment

CVE Program Container

Additional References

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