#VU71661 Improper Authorization in Apache IoTDB


Published: 2023-01-30

Vulnerability identifier: #VU71661

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-24829

CWE-ID: CWE-285

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Apache IoTDB
Server applications / Database software

Vendor: Apache Foundation

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authorization.

The vulnerability exists due to missing authorization in iotdb-web-workbench. A remote non-authenticated attacker can gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apache IoTDB: 0.8.0 - 0.13.2


External links
http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2023/q1/55


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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