CVE-2023-42501

Apache Superset: Unnecessary read permissions within the Gamma role

Description

Unnecessary read permissions within the Gamma role would allow authenticated users to read configured CSS templates and annotations. This issue affects Apache Superset: before 2.1.2. Users should upgrade to version or above 2.1.2 and run `superset init` to reconstruct the Gamma role or remove `can_read` permission from the mentioned resources.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.08%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache Superset
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://lists.apache.org/thread/vk1rmrh9kz0chjmc9tk7o3md6zpz4ygh vendor advisory mailing list
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/11/27/3 mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-42501?
CVE-2023-42501 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-42501?
To fix CVE-2023-42501, 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-2023-42501 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-42501 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-2023-42501?
CVE-2023-42501 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache Superset.
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