CVE-2023-50740: Apache Linkis DataSource Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-m757-p8rv-4q93
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CVSS 5.3
CWE-532
Published
Advisory Summary

CVE-2023-50740 is a MODERATE (CVSS 5.3) remote code execution vulnerability (CWE-532: Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File) affecting Apache Linkis DataSource libraries in the Maven ecosystem. The issue involves datasource module oracle sql database password logged. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 1.5.0.

CVE-2023-50740 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2023-50740
GHSA Identifier GHSA-m757-p8rv-4q93
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score 5.3
CWE Classification CWE-532: Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File
Affected Product Apache Linkis DataSource
Package Ecosystem Maven
Published Date
Last Updated

Security Impact

CVSS: 5.3

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:N/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 None (I:N)
Availability None (A:N)

How to Fix CVE-2023-50740

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Apache Linkis DataSource 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.linkis:linkis fixed: 1.5.0 
<dependency>
    <groupId>org.apache.linkis</groupId>
    <artifactId>linkis</artifactId>
    <version>1.5.0</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.linkis

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Java application is affected by CVE-2023-50740, inspect your build dependencies using the Maven Dependency Plugin:

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

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Apache Linkis DataSource in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 1.5.0), your application is affected.

Note: The mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.linkis 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-532: Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File, where the product writes sensitive information to a log file. In Apache Linkis DataSource, 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

In Apache Linkis <=1.4.0, The password is printed to the log when using the Oracle data source of the Linkis data source module.  We recommend users upgrade the version of Linkis to version 1.5.0

CVE-2023-50740 Affected Apache Linkis DataSource Versions

1 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
1.5.0
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
org.apache.linkis:linkis
maven/org.apache.linkis/linkis
Maven
< 1.5.0
1.5.0

References

NVD — CVE-2023-50740 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-50740
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/apache/linkis/commit/08cbcfca140afebae10e1582ee87721578719ded
Apache Linkis DataSource Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/apache/linkis
lists.apache.org/thread/5o342chnpyd6... WEB
https://lists.apache.org/thread/5o342chnpyd6rps68ygzfkzycxl998yo
Apache Linkis DataSource Security Information SECURITY
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/03/06/2

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-50740?
CVE-2023-50740 is a security vulnerability in Apache Linkis DataSource involving DataSource module Oracle SQL Database Password Logged under CWE-532: Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File.
Which Apache Linkis DataSource versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 1.5.0 across affected packages: org.apache.linkis:linkis.
What version fixes CVE-2023-50740?
Upgrading to 1.5.0 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is linkis affected?
Yes, org.apache.linkis:linkis is affected in releases prior to 1.5.0. Upgrade your dependency to 1.5.0 or later.
What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-50740?
CVE-2023-50740 has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.3 (MODERATE) with vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2023-50740?
CVE-2023-50740 is classified under CWE-532: Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File (The product writes sensitive information to a log file.).
How can I check Maven dependencies for CVE-2023-50740?
Run the dependency tree command: 'mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.linkis'. 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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