CVE-2023-39265: Apache superset Apache Superset Improper Input Validation Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-fm4q-j8g4-c9j4
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CVSS 6.5
CWE-20
Published
Advisory Summary

CVE-2023-39265 is a MODERATE (CVSS 6.5) apache superset improper input validation vulnerability (CWE-20: Improper Input Validation) affecting Apache superset libraries in the PyPI ecosystem. The issue involves apache superset improper input validation vulnerability. Remediation is available in the latest vendor maintenance releases.

CVE-2023-39265 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2023-39265
GHSA Identifier GHSA-fm4q-j8g4-c9j4
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score 6.5
CWE Classification CWE-20: Improper Input Validation
Affected Product Apache superset
Package Ecosystem PyPI
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:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N).

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

How to Fix CVE-2023-39265

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

apache-superset fixed: Latest secure release 
pip install apache-superset>=Latest secure release
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

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

pip show apache-superset

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Python environment is affected by CVE-2023-39265, inspect your installed packages using pip:

pip show apache-superset

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

Note: The pip show apache-superset command checks currently installed packages in your active Python environment.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-20: Improper Input Validation, where the product receives input or data, but it does not validate or incorrectly validates that the input has the properties that are required to process the data safely and correctly. In Apache superset, 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

Apache Superset would allow for SQLite database connections to be incorrectly registered when an attacker uses alternative driver names like sqlite+pysqlite or by using database imports. This could allow for unexpected file creation on Superset webservers. Additionally, if Apache Superset is using a SQLite database for its metadata (not advised for production use) it could result in more severe vulnerabilities related to confidentiality and integrity. This vulnerability exists in Apache Superset versions up to and including 2.1.0.

CVE-2023-39265 Affected Apache superset Versions

1 component(s)
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
apache-superset
pypi/apache-superset
PyPI
≤ 2.1.0

References

NVD — CVE-2023-39265 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-39265
Apache superset Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/apache/superset
lists.apache.org/thread/pwdzsdmv4g5g... WEB
https://lists.apache.org/thread/pwdzsdmv4g5g1n2h9m7ortfnxmhr7nfy
Apache superset Security Information SECURITY
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/175094/Apache-Superset-2.0.0-Remote-Code-Execution.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-39265?
CVE-2023-39265 is a security vulnerability in Apache superset involving Apache Superset Improper Input Validation vulnerability under CWE-20: Improper Input Validation.
Which Apache superset versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to current release patches across affected packages: apache-superset.
What version fixes CVE-2023-39265?
Upgrading to current release patches (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is apache-superset affected?
Yes, apache-superset is affected in releases prior to Latest secure release. Upgrade your dependency to Latest secure release or later.
What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-39265?
CVE-2023-39265 has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.5 (MODERATE) with vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2023-39265?
CVE-2023-39265 is classified under CWE-20: Improper Input Validation (The product receives input or data, but it does not validate or incorrectly validates that the input has the properties that are required to process the data safely and correctly.).
How can I check PyPI dependencies for CVE-2023-39265?
Run the dependency tree command: 'pip show apache-superset'. 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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