Insecure Deserialization

Critical Severity Technical Guide

Vulnerability Description

Insecure Deserialization happens when an untrusted serialized object is parsed by an application, allowing attackers to execute remote commands, tamper with app state, or escalate privileges.

Remediation Guide

To resolve this vulnerability, follow these config changes or developer practices:

Do not accept serialized objects from untrusted sources. Use safer, standardized data formats like JSON or Protocol Buffers instead.

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