CVE-2023-34340

Apache Accumulo: Accumulo 2.1.0 may incorrectly validate cached credentials

Description

Improper Authentication vulnerability in Apache Software Foundation Apache Accumulo. This issue affects Apache Accumulo: 2.1.0. Accumulo 2.1.0 contains a defect in the user authentication process that may succeed when invalid credentials are provided. Users are advised to upgrade to 2.1.1.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.09%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache Accumulo
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://lists.apache.org/thread/syy6jftvy9l6tlhn33o0rzwhh4rd0z4t vendor advisory mailing list
https://accumulo.apache.org/release/accumulo-2.1.1/ release notes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-34340?
CVE-2023-34340 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-34340?
To fix CVE-2023-34340, 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-2023-34340 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-34340 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-2023-34340?
CVE-2023-34340 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache Accumulo.
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