CVE-2023-34212: Nifi jms processors Apache NiFi Vulnerable To Deserialization Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-65wh-g8x8-gm2h
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CVSS 6.5
CWE-502
Published
Advisory Summary

CVE-2023-34212 is a MODERATE (CVSS 6.5) apache nifi vulnerable to deserialization vulnerability (CWE-502: Deserialization of Untrusted Data) affecting Nifi jms processors libraries in the Maven ecosystem. The issue involves apache nifi vulnerable to deserialization of untrusted data. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 1.22.0.

CVE-2023-34212 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2023-34212
GHSA Identifier GHSA-65wh-g8x8-gm2h
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score 6.5
CWE Classification CWE-502: Deserialization of Untrusted Data
Affected Product Nifi jms processors
Package Ecosystem Maven
Published Date
Last Updated

Security Impact

CVSS: 6.5

The security impact metrics below are parsed directly from the CVSS v3.1 vector string (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N).

Attack Vector Network (AV:N)
Attack Complexity Low (AC:L)
Privileges Required Low (PR:L)
User Interaction None (UI:N)
Scope Unchanged (S:U)
Confidentiality None (C:N)
Integrity High (I:H)
Availability None (A:N)

How to Fix CVE-2023-34212

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Nifi jms processors dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

org.apache.nifi:nifi-jms-processors fixed: 1.22.0 
<dependency>
    <groupId>org.apache.nifi</groupId>
    <artifactId>nifi-jms-processors</artifactId>
    <version>1.22.0</version>
</dependency>
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.nifi

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Java application is affected by CVE-2023-34212, inspect your build dependencies using the Maven Dependency Plugin:

mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.nifi

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Nifi jms processors in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 1.22.0), your application is affected.

Note: The mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.nifi command inspects the resolved dependency graph declared in your project's POM files; it does not perform automated security scanning or inspect runtime dynamic classpaths. Always verify runtime container classpaths and shaded JARs.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-502: Deserialization of Untrusted Data, where the product deserializes untrusted data without sufficiently ensuring that the resulting data will be valid. In Nifi jms processors, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

The JndiJmsConnectionFactoryProvider Controller Service, along with the ConsumeJMS and PublishJMS Processors, in Apache NiFi 1.8.0 through 1.21.0 allow an authenticated and authorized user to configure URL and library properties that enable deserialization of untrusted data from a remote location. The resolution validates the JNDI URL and restricts locations to a set of allowed schemes. You are recommended to upgrade to version 1.22.0 or later which fixes this issue.

CVE-2023-34212 Affected Nifi jms processors Versions

1 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
1.22.0
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
org.apache.nifi:nifi-jms-processors
maven/org.apache.nifi/nifi-jms-processors
Maven
≥ 1.8.0
< 1.22.0
1.22.0

References

NVD — CVE-2023-34212 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-34212
Nifi jms processors Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/apache/nifi/pull/7313
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/apache/nifi/commit/3fcb82ee4509d1ad73893d8dca003be6d086c5d6
Nifi jms processors Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/apache/nifi
issues.apache.org/jira/browse/nifi-11... WEB
https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/NIFI-11614
lists.apache.org/thread/w5rm46fxmvxy... WEB
https://lists.apache.org/thread/w5rm46fxmvxy216tglf0dv83wo6gnzr5
Nifi jms processors Security Information SECURITY
https://nifi.apache.org/security.html#CVE-2023-34212
Nifi jms processors Security Information SECURITY
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/06/12/2

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-34212?
CVE-2023-34212 is a security vulnerability in Nifi jms processors involving Apache NiFi vulnerable to Deserialization of Untrusted Data under CWE-502: Deserialization of Untrusted Data.
Which Nifi jms processors versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 1.22.0 across affected packages: org.apache.nifi:nifi-jms-processors.
What version fixes CVE-2023-34212?
Upgrading to 1.22.0 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is nifi-jms-processors affected?
Yes, org.apache.nifi:nifi-jms-processors is affected in releases prior to 1.22.0. Upgrade your dependency to 1.22.0 or later.
What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-34212?
CVE-2023-34212 has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.5 (MODERATE) with vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2023-34212?
CVE-2023-34212 is classified under CWE-502: Deserialization of Untrusted Data (The product deserializes untrusted data without sufficiently ensuring that the resulting data will be valid.).
How can I check Maven dependencies for CVE-2023-34212?
Run the dependency tree command: 'mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.nifi'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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