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+# CISA Log4j (CVE-2021-44228) Vulnerability Guidance #
+
+This repository provides
+[CISA's guidance](https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/apache-log4j-vulnerability-guidance)
+and an overview of related software regarding the Log4j vulnerability
+(CVE-2021-44228). CISA encourages users and administrators to review the
+[official Apache release](https://logging.apache.org/log4j/2.x/security.html)
+and upgrade to Log4j 2.17.0 or apply the recommended mitigations immediately.
+
+The information in this repository is provided "as is" for informational
+purposes only and is being assembled and updated by CISA through
+collaboration with the broader cybersecurity community.  Inquire with the
+manufacturer or their respective online resources for the most up-to-date
+information regarding any specific product listed. CISA does not endorse
+any commercial product or service, including any subjects of analysis.
+Any reference to specific commercial products, processes, or services by
+service mark, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not constitute
+or imply their endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by CISA.
+
+## Official CISA Guidance & Resources ##
+
+- [CISA Apache Log4j Vulnerability Guidance](https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/apache-log4j-vulnerability-guidance)
+- [Emergency Directive 22-02 Mitigate Apache Log4j Vulnerability](https://www.cisa.gov/emergency-directive-22-02)
+- [Statement from CISA Director Easterly on “Log4j” Vulnerability](https://www.cisa.gov/news/2021/12/11/statement-cisa-director-easterly-log4j-vulnerability).
+
+## CISA Current Activity Alerts ##
+
+- [CISA Issues ED 22-02 Directing Federal Agencies to Mitigate Apache Log4j Vulnerabilities](https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ncas/current-activity/2021/12/17/cisa-issues-ed-22-02-directing-federal-agencies-mitigate-apache)
+- [Apache Releases Log4j Version 2.15.0 to Address Critical RCE Vulnerability Under Exploitation](https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ncas/current-activity/2021/12/10/apache-releases-log4j-version-2150-address-critical-rce)
+- [CISA Creates Webpage for Apache Log4j Vulnerability CVE-2021-44228](https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ncas/current-activity/2021/12/13/cisa-creates-webpage-apache-log4j-vulnerability-cve-2021-44228)
+
+National Vulnerability Database (NVD) Information: [CVE-2021-44228](https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2021-44228)
+
+## Mitigation Guidance ##
+
+CISA urges organizations operating products marked as "Fixed" to immediately
+implement listed patches/mitigations [here](https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/apache-log4j-vulnerability-guidance).
+
+CISA urges organizations operating products marked as "Not Fixed" to immediately
+implement alternate controls, including:
+
+- Install a WAF with rules that automatically update.
+- Set `log4j2.formatMsgNoLookups` to true by adding `-Dlog4j2.formatMsgNoLookups=True`
+  to the Java Virtual Machine command for starting your application.
+- Ensure that any alerts from a vulnerable device are immediately actioned.
+- Report incidents promptly to CISA and/or the FBI [here](https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/report).
+
+## Status Descriptions ##
+
+| Status | Description |
+| ------ | ----------- |
+| Unknown | Status unknown. Default choice. |
+| Affected | Reported to be affected by CVE-2021-44228. |
+| Not Affected | Reported to NOT be affected by CVE-2021-44228 and no further action necessary. |
+| Fixed | Patch and/or mitigations available (see provided links). |
+| Under Investigation | Vendor investigating status. |
+
+## Software List ##
+
+This list was initially populated using information from the following sources:
+
+- Kevin Beaumont
+- SwitHak
+
+{{software_markdown_table}}