CVE-2024-7314 is an authentication bypass vulnerability classified under CWE-288 affecting the anji-plus AJ-Report product. The vulnerability arises because the application improperly handles HTTP requests that include the ";swagger-ui" suffix, allowing attackers to circumvent authentication mechanisms entirely. By appending this string to a request, a remote and unauthenticated attacker can gain unauthorized access to the application’s backend functionality. This bypass leads to the execution of arbitrary Java code on the server, which can result in complete system compromise. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable over the network without any authentication or user interaction, making it highly dangerous. The CVSS v3.1 score of 9.8 reflects the critical nature of this flaw, with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The Shadowserver Foundation observed exploitation attempts in February 2025, indicating active interest by threat actors. No official patches are currently listed, increasing the urgency for organizations to implement alternative mitigations. The root cause is the failure to properly restrict access to the swagger-ui interface, which is often used for API documentation and testing but should not be exposed in production environments. Attackers leveraging this vulnerability can execute arbitrary Java code, potentially leading to data theft, service disruption, or lateral movement within affected networks.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2024-7314 is severe. Successful exploitation can lead to full compromise of affected servers running AJ-Report, exposing sensitive data and critical business processes. The ability to execute arbitrary Java code remotely without authentication means attackers can deploy malware, ransomware, or establish persistent backdoors. This threatens confidentiality through data exfiltration, integrity by unauthorized modification of data or configurations, and availability by disrupting services or causing system crashes. Organizations in sectors such as finance, healthcare, government, and critical infrastructure that rely on AJ-Report for reporting and analytics are particularly vulnerable. The lack of authentication requirements and ease of exploitation increase the likelihood of automated scanning and attacks, potentially leading to widespread incidents. Additionally, the exposure of the swagger-ui interface may reveal internal API structures, aiding attackers in further exploitation. The reputational damage, regulatory penalties under GDPR, and operational disruptions could be substantial for European entities.

Given the absence of an official patch, European organizations should implement immediate compensating controls. First, restrict network access to the swagger-ui endpoint by using firewall rules, web application firewalls (WAFs), or reverse proxy configurations to block requests containing ";swagger-ui" or limit access to trusted IP addresses only. Second, disable or remove the swagger-ui interface in production environments if it is not essential. Third, implement strict input validation and URL filtering to prevent unauthorized URL manipulation. Fourth, monitor web server and application logs for suspicious requests containing ";swagger-ui" and signs of arbitrary code execution attempts. Fifth, conduct thorough audits of all AJ-Report instances to identify exposure and isolate vulnerable servers. Finally, prepare for rapid patch deployment once an official fix becomes available and consider deploying endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions to detect post-exploitation activity. Educate security teams about this specific attack vector to improve incident response readiness.