CVE-2024-38828: DoS via Spring MVC Controller Method with byte[] Parameter

A medium-severity vulnerability, CVE-2024-38828, has been identified in the Spring Framework, potentially allowing attackers to execute a Denial of Service (DoS) attack. This issue specifically affects applications using Spring MVC controller methods with @RequestBody byte[] parameters, causing a threat to the availability and performance of affected systems. As Spring Framework 5.3.x approaches its end-of-life (EOL), organizations relying on unsupported versions face heightened security risks. HeroDevs' Never-Ending Support (NES) offers a solution to safeguard your legacy Spring applications.

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Affected Version Details

Project Affected: Spring Framework
Versions Affected:

• All versions prior to 5.3.0
• Versions >= 5.3.0 and <= 5.3.41

Fixed In: Spring NES v5.3.44
Fix Date: November 15, 2024
Severity: Medium

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Vulnerability Details

Denial of Service (DoS) attacks aim to overwhelm a system, rendering it unavailable for legitimate users. In the case of CVE-2024-38828, the vulnerability stems from the use of @RequestBody byte[] parameters in Spring MVC controller methods. Malicious actors can exploit this flaw to flood the system with large payloads, leading to significant performance degradation or complete unavailability of the application.

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Mitigation

Spring Framework 5.3.x is no longer supported by the community. To address CVE-2024-38828, organizations must adopt one of the following mitigation strategies:

1. Upgrade to a Fixed Version: Transition to Spring NES v5.3.44, which includes the necessary patch for this vulnerability.
2. Partner with HeroDevs: For applications that cannot upgrade immediately, HeroDevs' NES for Spring provides ongoing support, including security patches for vulnerabilities in EOL versions.

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Why Choose HeroDevs NES for Spring?

HeroDevs' Never-Ending Support (NES) ensures that your Spring Framework applications remain secure, compliant, and operational long after their official EOL. Here's why HeroDevs NES is the preferred solution for organizations relying on legacy Spring systems:

• Comprehensive Security Updates: Regular patches for vulnerabilities like CVE-2024-38828, protecting against emerging threats.
• Compliance Assurance: Ensure your systems meet industry regulations such as FedRAMP, HIPAA, and PCI.
• Cost-Effective Support: Avoid costly migrations by leveraging NES as a drop-in replacement.
• Expert Engineering Team: Our team includes seasoned Spring contributors and security experts.
• Proactive Vulnerability Research: Stay ahead with our routine vulnerability scanning and preemptive fixes.

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Conclusion

CVE-2024-38828 serves as a reminder of the risks associated with unsupported frameworks. Organizations still using Spring Framework 5.3.x versions must act swiftly to secure their systems. HeroDevs' NES provides a reliable, cost-effective path to maintain the security and performance of your Spring applications without the immediate need for disruptive upgrades.

Contact HeroDevs today to learn how our NES solutions can keep your applications secure, compliant, and compatible.