Information disclosure in Apache Spark
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2019-10099 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-312 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Apache Spark Server applications / Frameworks for developing and running applications |
| Vendor | Apache Foundation |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Cleartext storage of sensitive information
EUVDB-ID: #VU20291
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 2.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2019-10099
CWE-ID:
CWE-312 - Cleartext Storage of Sensitive Information
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to an error that leads to writing data in plain text even if "spark.io.encryption.enabled=true" is set. A local user can gain access to sensitive information.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsApache Spark: 0.5.2 - 2.3.2
External linksQ & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
