Wallarm has added rules for detecting exploitation of a Remote Code Execution vulnerability in Apache Struts2 (CVE-2023-50164). Wallarm clients are now able to observe any detected exploitation attempts by searching for CVE-2023-50164 in the Events/Attacks section.

About the vulnerability

This vulnerability exists in the framework’s handling of file upload parameters which can be abused to upload a malicious file, such as a web shell. Successful exploitation provides the ability to execute arbitrary code on the server. The vulnerability has a 9.8 CVSS Score (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H). 

The vulnerability can be exploited by unauthenticated, remote attackers and doesn’t require advanced technical knowledge. Public exploits for the vulnerability have been published on GitHub (exploit#1 and exploit#2).

Due to the prevalence of the Apache Struts2 framework across enterprise infrastructure and its public exposure on Internet-facing web servers, the vulnerability is being actively exploited and has received significant attention in the cybersecurity community. Just days after publishing, it became clear that this vulnerability would be one of the most popular and noticeable vulnerabilities of the year. 

It is highly recommended that organizations update the Apache Struts2 framework as soon as possible (vulnerable versions range from 2.5.0 to 2.5.32 and 6.0.0 to 6.3.0). 

In the realm of cybersecurity, the struggle is intrinsically imbalanced. Attackers need only to find a single weak point to compromise defenses, often using automated tools to pinpoint critical vulnerabilities quickly. This highlights the need for security teams to anticipate threats from a hacker's perspective and proactively anticipate and prepare for potential threats.

We are excited to introduce API Attack Surface Management (AASM), a revolutionary set of capabilities designed to empower organizations to enumerate, assess, and manage the public-facing aspects of their APIs. AASM addresses the unseen risks associated with the proliferation of APIs in modern application delivery and integration, including the risks of API leaks.

API leaks pose a significant security risk, potentially exposing sensitive information and leading to data breaches. Wallarm proactively safeguards against such risks by detecting and alerting on API secrets inadvertently leaked across public platforms like GitHub, Postman collections, SwaggerHub, and more. As an integral component of the Wallarm App and API Security platform, AASM can strengthen your security and allow you to easily block detected leaks using WAAP or the Advanced API Security solution. 

The addition of API Attack Surface Management in Wallarm’s portfolio represents a significant advancement for our customers, fortifying their security infrastructure against evolving API threats. Experience these new capabilities firsthand by requesting a trial today.

We're excited to announce a significant update in our interface that will make your experience smoother and more intuitive. As the Wallarm platform has grown and evolved, the number of features available has reached a point where navigation can be challenging. We’ve listened to your feedback, and it's with great pleasure that we unveil our redesigned left menu, tailored to specific use cases and streamlined for ease of use.

With this update, you can focus on what's important without losing quick access to the full range of platform capabilities. The new menu is designed to guide you effortlessly to the tools and information you need, when you need them, enhancing your productivity and user experience.

For our customers with basic subscriptions, we're offering a simple way to request a free trial of Advanced API Security. This is your opportunity to explore additional features such as API Discovery, API Abuse Prevention, Automatic BOLA Protection, and API Security Testing. Gain full access to our platform's functionality without the need to install any additional components in your infrastructure.

We're committed to continuously improving and adapting our platform to meet your needs. That's why your input is invaluable and we would be delighted if you share your impressions of these changes using emojis under this post or send us your feedback.

This in-depth Q3’2023 API ThreatStatsTM report emphasizes the need for immediate strategic actions for cybersecurity practitioners to combat sophisticated emerging threats. The API ThreatStatsTM report highlights vulnerabilities not captured by traditional benchmarks frameworks like the OWASP API Top 10. While these frameworks are invaluable, they are not exhaustive.
At Wallarm, we advocate for a dynamic, real-time approach to identifying severe threats that static frameworks might miss.

Key Findings:

• 239 API vulnerabilities discovered in this past (Q3) quarter.
• 33% associated with AuthZ, AuthN and Access Control (AAA) issues.
• Breaches suffered by leading global companies highlighted in the report underscores
  the essential role of API leak prevention within corporate security planning.

Practical Steps & Actionable Recommendations 

1. Thoroughly review the Q3’2023 ThreatStats report, focusing on major API security concerns and highlights.
2. Investigate potentially overlooked CVEs relevant to your environment.
3. Start by using the OWASP API Top 10 as a foundational benchmark.
4. Prioritize and act on the pivotal findings presented in the Wallarm ThreatStats report.

Leverage Wallarm's Expertise: 

Utilize our tools and research for a comprehensive API security approach. Access detailed insights from our full Q3’2023 API Security ThreatStatsTM report or read the key highlights in the Executive Summary. Also, for personalized guidance, engage with one of Wallarm’s seasoned security experts.

We are happy to introduce the Wallarm NGINX Ingress Controller with ARM64 support. As ARM64 architecture continues to gain prominence in server solutions, we are committed to staying at the forefront of technology to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

ARM64 architectures offer energy-efficient performance, helping organizations optimize capacity, cut compute costs, and modernize their API operations. To meet the rising demand for API security, customers seek ARM64-compatible solutions, ensuring uniform security protocols across diverse setups. Adopting a single security platform which covers both traditional x86 and ARM64 architectures lets organizations adapt to evolving needs while strengthening protection.

With Wallarm NGINX Ingress Controller now supporting ARM64 architecture, we are aligning with industry adoption and empowering our customers to leverage this cutting-edge technology for enhanced security in their API environments.

Feel free to talk with Wallarm's security experts if you'd like to learn more.

We're excited to announce that Wallarm node 4.8 is now available!

The new node’s version contains significant enhancements to our DenyList functionality, a very effective defensive measure against high-volume attacks (e.g., brute-force, path traversal, bot attacks, etc.).

In pursuit of enhancing usability and understanding of attack profiles, we gather detailed statistics about all blocked packets. Now, you can analyze not only the initial packets that led to the blocking of a particular source, but you can also see the total number of packets blocked after a source has been added to the DenyList.

This improvement will allow you to evaluate the power of attacks and more accurately analyze event statistics by various parameters. To provide a better perspective of each attack, examples of blocked packets will be preserved for every incident.

We believe this functionality will serve as a powerful tool in understanding and combating high-volume attacks. 

You can find more information about this functionality in our documentation.

We're excited to unveil our revamped documentation site, designed with you in mind.

Here's what you can expect:

• A fresh look that aligns seamlessly with our brand, ensuring a consistent and reader-friendly experience across all our sites and services.
• New Home page that spotlights core platform features, providing quick and easy access tailored to your use case, ensuring a smooth start to your journey.
• Instant access to the Wallarm Playground, where you can explore Wallarm's capabilities before signing up or deploying components.

We believe these changes will simplify your interaction with our documentation and enrich your understanding of our services, whether you are a seasoned user or just starting out.

Discover the difference for yourself on our newly redesigned documentation site at https://docs.wallarm.com!

For organizations with separate business entities, partners, and managed service providers, Wallarm offers multi-tenancy, with the ability to create multiple, separate instances of the Wallarm platform under a single parent account. Now, Wallarm has refined its multi-tenancy feature by simplifying tenant creation. Users can effortlessly establish new tenants directly from the Wallarm Сonsole, instead of having to use the Wallarm API. 

This enhancement facilitates the creation of distinct Wallarm environments managed by a single parent account. Each tenant is equipped with its own administrators, ensuring the separation of duties, environments, and configurations. 

To activate multi-tenant features, please direct your request to sales@wallarm.com. For a deeper understanding, our official documentation offers extensive information on this update.

Imagine Zombie APIs as the digital world's undead. They're APIs that refuse to disappear, even when they should have. Zombie APIs might remind you of horror movies, but they're a real concern. They can expose sensitive data, such as user information or confidential records, cause compliance issues with applicable security standards or regulations, slow down application agility, and hinder the ability to adapt to changing business needs.

These lurking APIs could pose a security risk, and that's where Wallarm steps in. With the Wallarm Zombie API detection feature, you can be confident your APIs are genuinely secure.

The Wallarm solution empowers security teams to compare and verify their different API specification versions with those automatically generated by Wallarm API Discovery. This allows SecOps and Security Analysts to spot any inconsistencies that might signal the presence of Zombie APIs. This way, they can swiftly act to minimize potential security threats.

Don't wait until it's too late. Begin utilizing the Wallarm Zombie API detection feature today and shield your API infrastructure from possible attacks!

You can find more detailed information about this feature in our documentation.

Effective protection against automated threats requires a combination of defensive measures, including the integration of statistical and behavioral analyses along with straightforward measures such as brute-force triggers, rate limiting, and blocklists.

In situations such as mass attacks, the same hosts might be deployed against various targets, giving rise to phenomena such as “Bot-Net-as-a-Service.” The most efficient way to counteract this is through the automated exchange and blocking of malicious feeds.

We've introduced a new source type known as "Malicious IPs," which comprises hundreds of thousands of addresses identified in diverse Internet attacks. You can quickly gauge the level of attacks from these IPs and block them if necessary. The “Malicious IPs” feed updates automatically, ensuring that most active bot-nets are blocked without impacting regular users.