CVE-2026-16337 Details
Description
Improper authorization in the ToolGroupResource and RoleAjax REST/DWR endpoints in dotCMS dotCMS 21.02 through 26.06.22-03 on all platforms allows a low-privileged authenticated backend user to self-assign the administrative layout and self-grant the CMS Administrator role, then achieve remote code execution via a crafted OSGi bundle upload whose BundleActivator executes arbitrary shell commands.
A vulnerability exists in dotCMS versions 21.02 through 26.06.22-03 on all platforms, specifically within the ToolGroupResource and RoleAjax REST/DWR endpoints. This vulnerability allows a low-privileged authenticated backend user to improperly assign themselves the administrative layout and the CMS Administrator role. Once these roles are self-assigned, the user can execute arbitrary shell commands by uploading a crafted OSGi bundle that exploits the system's remote code execution capabilities.
Users are advised to update to the latest version of dotCMS where this vulnerability has been addressed.
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Jul 21, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/dotCMS/core/pull/36344 | [email protected] |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-269 | Improper Privilege Management | [email protected] |
Affected Products
No affected product data is available for this CVE.
Change History
2 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jul 20, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |