CVE-2023-48362: Drill java exec XML External Entity Reference (XXE) Vulnerability

HIGH
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-v62g-jwj9-rfvx
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CVSS 8.8
CWE-611
Published
Advisory Summary

CVE-2023-48362 is a HIGH (CVSS 8.8) xml external entity reference (xxe) vulnerability (CWE-611: Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference) affecting Drill java exec libraries in the Maven ecosystem. The issue involves xml external entity reference (xxe) in the xml format plugin in apache drill. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 1.21.2.

CVE-2023-48362 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2023-48362
GHSA Identifier GHSA-v62g-jwj9-rfvx
Severity HIGH
CVSS v3.1 Base Score 8.8
CWE Classification CWE-611: Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference
Affected Product Drill java exec
Package Ecosystem Maven
Published Date
Last Updated

Security Impact

CVSS: 8.8

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:H/I:H/A:H).

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 High (C:H)
Integrity High (I:H)
Availability High (A:H)

How to Fix CVE-2023-48362

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Drill java exec 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.drill.exec:drill-java-exec fixed: 1.21.2 
<dependency>
    <groupId>org.apache.drill.exec</groupId>
    <artifactId>drill-java-exec</artifactId>
    <version>1.21.2</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.drill.exec

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Java application is affected by CVE-2023-48362, inspect your build dependencies using the Maven Dependency Plugin:

mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.drill.exec

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Drill java exec in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 1.21.2), your application is affected.

Note: The mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.drill.exec 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-611: Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference, where the product processes an xml document that can contain xml entities with uris that resolve to documents outside of the intended sphere of control, causing the product to embed incorrect documents into its output. In Drill java exec, 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

XXE in the XML Format Plugin in Apache Drill version 1.19.0 and greater allows a user to read any file on a remote file system or execute commands via a malicious XML file. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 1.21.2, which fixes this issue.

CVE-2023-48362 Affected Drill java exec Versions

1 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
1.21.2
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
org.apache.drill.exec:drill-java-exec
maven/org.apache.drill.exec/drill-java-exec
Maven
≥ 1.19.0
< 1.21.2
1.21.2

References

NVD — CVE-2023-48362 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-48362
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/apache/drill/commit/0e88b7a5101d24c561a2a3efb12d7a3b3f7933f3
Drill java exec Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/apache/drill
issues.apache.org/jira/browse/drill-8... WEB
https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/DRILL-8461
lists.apache.org/thread/9tt0q4bdjwgw... WEB
https://lists.apache.org/thread/9tt0q4bdjwgw0dz0l9knqxjnpb5y6zsl
Drill java exec Security Information SECURITY
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/07/24/3

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-48362?
CVE-2023-48362 is a security vulnerability in Drill java exec involving XML External Entity Reference (XXE) in the XML Format Plugin in Apache Drill under CWE-611: Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference.
Which Drill java exec versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 1.21.2 across affected packages: org.apache.drill.exec:drill-java-exec.
What version fixes CVE-2023-48362?
Upgrading to 1.21.2 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is drill-java-exec affected?
Yes, org.apache.drill.exec:drill-java-exec is affected in releases prior to 1.21.2. Upgrade your dependency to 1.21.2 or later.
What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-48362?
CVE-2023-48362 has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH) with vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2023-48362?
CVE-2023-48362 is classified under CWE-611: Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference (The product processes an XML document that can contain XML entities with URIs that resolve to documents outside of the intended sphere of control, causing the product to embed incorrect documents into its output.).
How can I check Maven dependencies for CVE-2023-48362?
Run the dependency tree command: 'mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.drill.exec'. 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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