CVE-2023-22728: Silverstripe/framework Missing Permission Check Of CanView Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-jh3w-6jp2-vqqm
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CVSS 4.3
CWE-862
Published
Advisory Summary

CVE-2023-22728 is a MODERATE (CVSS 4.3) missing permission check of canview vulnerability (CWE-862: Missing Authorization) affecting Silverstripe/framework libraries in the Packagist ecosystem. The issue involves missing permission check of canview in gridfieldprintbutton. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 4.12.5.

CVE-2023-22728 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2023-22728
GHSA Identifier GHSA-jh3w-6jp2-vqqm
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score 4.3
CWE Classification CWE-862: Missing Authorization
Affected Product Silverstripe/framework
Package Ecosystem Packagist
Published Date
Last Updated

Security Impact

CVSS: 4.3

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:L/I:N/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 Low (C:L)
Integrity None (I:N)
Availability None (A:N)

How to Fix CVE-2023-22728

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

silverstripe/framework fixed: 4.12.5 
Upgrade silverstripe/framework to 4.12.5
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

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

inspect dependencies for silverstripe/framework

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your application is affected by CVE-2023-22728, inspect your project dependencies for Silverstripe/framework:

inspect dependencies for silverstripe/framework

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Silverstripe/framework in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 4.12.5), your application is affected.

Note: Verify declared build manifests and deployed runtime container environments.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-862: Missing Authorization, where the product does not perform an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action. In Silverstripe/framework, 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 GridField print view incorrectly validates the permission of DataObjects potentially allowing a content author to view records they are not authorised to access. Upgrade to `silverstripe/framework` 4.12.5 or above to address the issue. Reported by Stephan Bauer from [relaxt Webdienstleistungsagentur GmbH](https://www.relaxt.at/)

CVE-2023-22728 Affected Silverstripe/framework Versions

1 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
4.12.5
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
silverstripe/framework
 Packagist
< 4.12.5
4.12.5

References

GitHub Advisory / Wiki ADVISORY
https://github.com/silverstripe/silverstripe-framework/security/advisories/GHSA-jh3w-6jp2-vqqm
NVD — CVE-2023-22728 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-22728
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/silverstripe/silverstripe-framework/commit/fd5d8217e83768d7bf841e94b2d4d82642d5bc58
Silverstripe/framework Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/FriendsOfPHP/security-advisories/blob/master/silverstripe/framework/CVE-2023-22728.yaml
Silverstripe/framework Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/silverstripe/silverstripe-framework
Silverstripe/framework Release RELEASE
https://www.silverstripe.org/download/security-releases/cve-2023-22728

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-22728?
CVE-2023-22728 is a security vulnerability in Silverstripe/framework involving Missing permission check of canView in GridFieldPrintButton under CWE-862: Missing Authorization.
Which Silverstripe/framework versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 4.12.5 across affected packages: silverstripe/framework.
What version fixes CVE-2023-22728?
Upgrading to 4.12.5 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is silverstripe/framework affected?
Yes, silverstripe/framework is affected in releases prior to 4.12.5. Upgrade your dependency to 4.12.5 or later.
What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-22728?
CVE-2023-22728 has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 4.3 (MODERATE) with vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2023-22728?
CVE-2023-22728 is classified under CWE-862: Missing Authorization (The product does not perform an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action.).
How can I check Packagist dependencies for CVE-2023-22728?
Run the dependency tree command: 'inspect dependencies for silverstripe/framework'. 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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