CVE-2023-49299: Apache DolphinScheduler Arbitrary Js Execute As Root Vulnerability

HIGH
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-v7hg-77v9-2445
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CVSS 8.8
CWE-20
Published
Advisory Summary

CVE-2023-49299 is a HIGH (CVSS 8.8) arbitrary js execute as root vulnerability (CWE-20: Improper Input Validation) affecting Apache DolphinScheduler libraries in the Maven ecosystem. The issue involves arbitrary js execute as root for authenticated users. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 3.1.9.

CVE-2023-49299 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2023-49299
GHSA Identifier GHSA-v7hg-77v9-2445
Severity HIGH
CVSS v3.1 Base Score 8.8
CWE Classification CWE-20: Improper Input Validation
Affected Product Apache DolphinScheduler
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-2023-49299

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Apache DolphinScheduler 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.dolphinscheduler:dolphinscheduler-master fixed: 3.1.9 
<dependency>
    <groupId>org.apache.dolphinscheduler</groupId>
    <artifactId>dolphinscheduler-master</artifactId>
    <version>3.1.9</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.dolphinscheduler

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Java application is affected by CVE-2023-49299, inspect your build dependencies using the Maven Dependency Plugin:

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

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Apache DolphinScheduler in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 3.1.9), your application is affected.

Note: The mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.dolphinscheduler 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-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 DolphinScheduler, 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

Improper Input Validation vulnerability in Apache DolphinScheduler. An authenticated user can cause arbitrary, unsandboxed javascript to be executed on the server.This issue affects Apache DolphinScheduler: until 3.1.9. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 3.1.9, which fixes the issue.

CVE-2023-49299 Affected Apache DolphinScheduler Versions

1 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
3.1.9
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
org.apache.dolphinscheduler:dolphinscheduler-master
maven/org.apache.dolphinscheduler/dolphinscheduler-master
Maven
< 3.1.9
3.1.9

References

NVD — CVE-2023-49299 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-49299
Apache DolphinScheduler Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/apache/dolphinscheduler/pull/15228
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/apache/dolphinscheduler/commit/b5eddc0ce85d379080a51bf2162477f7d8c1b7d2
Apache DolphinScheduler Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/apache/dolphinscheduler
lists.apache.org/thread/tnf99qoc6tln... WEB
https://lists.apache.org/thread/tnf99qoc6tlnwrny4t1zk6mfszgdsokm
Apache DolphinScheduler Security Information SECURITY
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/02/23/3

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-49299?
CVE-2023-49299 is a security vulnerability in Apache DolphinScheduler involving Arbitrary js execute as root for authenticated users under CWE-20: Improper Input Validation.
Which Apache DolphinScheduler versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 3.1.9 across affected packages: org.apache.dolphinscheduler:dolphinscheduler-master.
What version fixes CVE-2023-49299?
Upgrading to 3.1.9 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is dolphinscheduler-master affected?
Yes, org.apache.dolphinscheduler:dolphinscheduler-master is affected in releases prior to 3.1.9. Upgrade your dependency to 3.1.9 or later.
What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-49299?
CVE-2023-49299 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-2023-49299?
CVE-2023-49299 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 Maven dependencies for CVE-2023-49299?
Run the dependency tree command: 'mvn dependency:tree -Dincludes=org.apache.dolphinscheduler'. 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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