CVE-2024-55633

Apache Superset: SQLLab Improper readonly query validation allows unauthorized write access

Description

Improper Authorization vulnerability in Apache Superset. On Postgres analytic databases an attacker with SQLLab access can craft a specially designed SQL DML statement that is Incorrectly identified as a read-only query, enabling its execution. Non postgres analytics database connections and postgres analytics database connections set with a readonly user (advised) are not vulnerable.  This issue affects Apache Superset: before 4.1.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 4.1.0, which fixes the issue.

Category

7.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 4.0 •
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.24%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache Superset
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://lists.apache.org/thread/bwmd17fcvljt9q4cgctp4v09zh3qs7fb vendor advisory mailing list
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/12/12/1 mailing list third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-55633?
CVE-2024-55633 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-55633?
To fix CVE-2024-55633, 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-2024-55633 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-55633 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-2024-55633?
CVE-2024-55633 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache Superset.
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