CVE-2023-32305

aiven-extras PostgreSQL Privilege Escalation Through Overloaded Search Path

Description

aiven-extras is a PostgreSQL extension. Versions prior to 1.1.9 contain a privilege escalation vulnerability, allowing elevation to superuser inside PostgreSQL databases that use the aiven-extras package. The vulnerability leverages missing schema qualifiers on privileged functions called by the aiven-extras extension. A low privileged user can create objects that collide with existing function names, which will then be executed instead. Exploiting this vulnerability could allow a low privileged user to acquire `superuser` privileges, which would allow full, unrestricted access to all data and database functions. And could lead to arbitrary code execution or data access on the underlying host as the `postgres` user. The issue has been patched as of version 1.1.9.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.85% Top 30%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: aiven aiven-extras
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-32305?
CVE-2023-32305 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-32305?
To fix CVE-2023-32305, 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-2023-32305 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-32305 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-32305?
CVE-2023-32305 affects aiven aiven-extras.
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