CVE-2022-32532
CWE-863Published: June 29, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Apache Shiro before 1.9.1, A RegexRequestMatcher can be misconfigured to be bypassed on some servlet containers. Applications using RegExPatternMatcher with `.` in the regular expression are possibly vulnerable to an authorization bypass.
Risk Analysis
Apache Shiro is vulnerable to an authorization bypass when using specific RegexRequestMatcher configurations. This critical flaw allows attackers to circumvent security restrictions, potentially accessing unauthorized resources.
No public exploit is known for this vulnerability, and it is not in the CISA KEV catalog. The issue is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.
Upgrade Apache Shiro to version 1.9.1 or later to ensure correct regular expression matching and authorization enforcement.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-32532 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-32532 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts