Vulnerability identifier: #VU85971

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-39265

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Apache Superset
Web applications / Other software

Vendor: Apache Foundation

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions when using alternative driver names or database imports. A remote user can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application, or create files on on Superset webservers. This can result in remote code execution.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apache Superset: 2.0.0 - 2.1.0

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External links
http://lists.apache.org/thread/pwdzsdmv4g5g1n2h9m7ortfnxmhr7nfy
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/175094/Apache-Superset-2.0.0-Remote-Code-Execution.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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