CVE-2023-30429

Apache Pulsar: Incorrect Authorization for Function Worker when using mTLS Authentication through Pulsar Proxy

Description

Incorrect Authorization vulnerability in Apache Software Foundation Apache Pulsar. This issue affects Apache Pulsar: before 2.10.4, and 2.11.0. When a client connects to the Pulsar Function Worker via the Pulsar Proxy where the Pulsar Proxy uses mTLS authentication to authenticate with the Pulsar Function Worker, the Pulsar Function Worker incorrectly performs authorization by using the Proxy's role for authorization instead of the client's role, which can lead to privilege escalation, especially if the proxy is configured with a superuser role. The recommended mitigation for impacted users is to upgrade the Pulsar Function Worker to a patched version. 2.10 Pulsar Function Worker users should upgrade to at least 2.10.4. 2.11 Pulsar Function Worker users should upgrade to at least 2.11.1. 3.0 Pulsar Function Worker users are unaffected. Any users running the Pulsar Function Worker for 2.9.* and earlier should upgrade to one of the above patched versions.

Category

9.6
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache Pulsar
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-30429?
CVE-2023-30429 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-30429?
To fix CVE-2023-30429, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-30429 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-30429 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-30429?
CVE-2023-30429 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache Pulsar.
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