CVE-2023-40570

Datasette 1.0 alpha series leaks names of databases and tables to unauthenticated users

Description

Datasette is an open source multi-tool for exploring and publishing data. This bug affects Datasette instances running a Datasette 1.0 alpha - 1.0a0, 1.0a1, 1.0a2 or 1.0a3 - in an online accessible location but with authentication enabled using a plugin such as datasette-auth-passwords. The `/-/api` API explorer endpoint could reveal the names of both databases and tables - but not their contents - to an unauthenticated user. Datasette 1.0a4 has a fix for this issue. This will block access to the API explorer but will still allow access to the Datasette read or write JSON APIs, as those use different URL patterns within the Datasette `/database` hierarchy. This issue is patched in version 1.0a4.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.33%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: simonw datasette
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40570?
CVE-2023-40570 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-40570?
To fix CVE-2023-40570, 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-2023-40570 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-40570 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-2023-40570?
CVE-2023-40570 affects simonw datasette.
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