SB2020111083 - Missing authentication in Apache Airflow



SB2020111083 - Missing authentication in Apache Airflow

Published: November 10, 2020 Updated: September 19, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2020111083
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper Authentication (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-13927)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to default setting for Airflow's Experimental API allow all API requests to be performed without authentication. A remote non-authenticated attacker can perform arbitrary API actions and eventually compromise the affected system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.