CVE-2022-42130 in Liferay
Summary
by MITRE • 11/15/2022
The Dynamic Data Mapping module in Liferay Portal 7.1.0 through 7.4.3.4, and Liferay DXP 7.1 before fix pack 27, 7.2 before fix pack 19, 7.3 before update 4, and 7.4 GA does not properly check permission of form entries, which allows remote authenticated users to view and access all form entries.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/01/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-42130 represents a critical authorization flaw within the Dynamic Data Mapping module of Liferay Portal and Liferay DXP platforms. This issue affects versions ranging from Liferay Portal 7.1.0 through 7.4.3.4 and specific DXP versions prior to their respective fix packs. The vulnerability stems from inadequate permission validation mechanisms that fail to properly verify user authorization levels when accessing form entries within the dynamic data mapping framework. Security researchers have classified this as a privilege escalation and information disclosure vulnerability that undermines the fundamental access control mechanisms of the platform.
The technical implementation flaw manifests in the form entry access control logic where the Dynamic Data Mapping module bypasses proper permission checks that should validate whether authenticated users possess adequate privileges to view specific form entries. This misconfiguration allows any remote authenticated user to bypass intended access restrictions and gain unauthorized visibility into form data that should be restricted based on user roles, groups, or specific permission assignments. The vulnerability operates at the application layer and leverages the existing authentication mechanisms to escalate privileges without requiring additional exploitation techniques. According to CWE classification, this vulnerability maps to CWE-285: Improper Authorization, which specifically addresses scenarios where applications fail to properly enforce access controls for protected resources.
The operational impact of CVE-2022-42130 extends beyond simple information disclosure, as it enables attackers to potentially access sensitive business data, customer information, or proprietary form submissions that organizations rely on for operational integrity. Remote authenticated users can exploit this vulnerability to aggregate form entries across different user groups and roles, creating a comprehensive view of organizational data that should remain compartmentalized. The attack vector requires only authentication credentials, making it particularly dangerous as it can be exploited by malicious insiders or compromised user accounts. This vulnerability directly violates the principle of least privilege and can lead to compliance violations in regulated environments where data access must be strictly controlled.
Organizations affected by this vulnerability should immediately implement mitigations including applying the latest available security patches and fix packs for their specific Liferay Portal and DXP versions. System administrators should conduct comprehensive access control reviews to identify and restrict unnecessary form entry permissions. Network segmentation and monitoring should be enhanced to detect unusual access patterns to form data. According to ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability maps to T1078: Valid Accounts and T1566: Phishing, as attackers can leverage legitimate credentials to exploit the authorization bypass. Additional defensive measures include implementing privileged access management controls, conducting regular security assessments, and establishing automated monitoring for unauthorized data access attempts. The vulnerability highlights the critical importance of proper access control implementation and the need for regular security testing of core platform components that handle sensitive data processing and storage functions.