Description
A remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability exists in fastjson 1.2.68 through 1.2.83. This vulnerability is exploitable under fastjson's stock default configuration — no AutoType enablement required, no classpath gadget required.
Published: 2026-07-23
Score: 9 Critical
EPSS: < 1% Very Low
KEV: No
Impact: n/a
Action: n/a
AI Analysis

Impact

This vulnerability permits an attacker to execute arbitrary code when fastjson parses untrusted input. It stems from uncontrolled deserialization (CWE-20 and CWE-502) that operates under the library’s stock default configuration, requiring no AutoType enablement or a classpath gadget. An attacker who can provide crafted JSON to a vulnerable application can gain full control of the system, compromising confidentiality, integrity, and potentially availability by terminating processes or disrupting services.

Affected Systems

Alibaba’s Fastjson library, versions 1.2.68 through 1.2.83, is affected. No other vendors or product variations are listed in the CNA data.

Risk and Exploitability

The CVSS score of 9 highlights a high severity impact. The EPSS score of less than 1 % indicates a low probability of exploitation, yet the vulnerability’s wide exposure and lack of prerequisites means that successful attacks could cause significant damage. The vulnerability is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog. Exploitation is likely to occur when an application deserializes untrusted JSON data using fastjson without additional safeguards.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on August 3, 2026 at 22:52 UTC.

Remediation

No vendor fix or workaround currently provided.

OpenCVE Recommended Actions

  • Apply an available patch or update to a newer fastjson release that addresses the vulnerability.
  • Set ParserConfig to disallow auto type resolution and enable strict type checks to mitigate the risk if immediate upgrade is not feasible.
  • Implement runtime monitoring for anomalous process creation or unexpected code execution, and audit any attempts to parse untrusted JSON inputs.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on August 3, 2026 at 22:52 UTC.

Tracking

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Advisories
Source ID Title
Github GHSA Github GHSA GHSA-crf3-v9rr-v7hj fastjson has a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability
History

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Metrics ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'no', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'total'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}


Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:45:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
First Time appeared Alibaba
Alibaba fastjson
Vendors & Products Alibaba
Alibaba fastjson

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 08:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Description A remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability exists in fastjson 1.2.68 through 1.2.83. This vulnerability is exploitable under fastjson's stock default configuration — no AutoType enablement required, no classpath gadget required.
Title Remote Code Execution in fastjson 1.2.68–1.2.83
Weaknesses CWE-20
CWE-502
References
Metrics cvssV3_1

{'score': 9, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H'}


Subscriptions

Alibaba Fastjson
cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: alibaba

Published:

Updated: 2026-07-23T13:54:13.031Z

Reserved: 2026-07-23T02:40:02.606Z

Link: CVE-2026-16723

cve-icon Vulnrichment

Updated: 2026-07-23T13:54:09.781Z

cve-icon NVD

Status : Deferred

Published: 2026-07-23T09:16:26.700

Modified: 2026-07-23T15:01:24.377

Link: CVE-2026-16723

cve-icon Redhat

No data.

cve-icon OpenCVE Enrichment

Updated: 2026-08-03T23:00:04Z

Weaknesses
  • CWE-20

    Improper Input Validation

  • CWE-502

    Deserialization of Untrusted Data