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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2023-28706
CVE-2023-28706:
Python vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
A code injection vulnerability (CVE-2023-28706) was discovered in Apache Airflow Hive Provider versions before 6.0.0. The vulnerability was identified as an Improper Control of Generation of Code issue, which was reported by sw0rd1ight of Caiji Sec Team and 4ra1n of Chaitin Tech (Openwall Advisory).
Technical details
The vulnerability is classified as a code injection vulnerability with a CVSS v3.1 Base Score of 9.8 (CRITICAL), with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The issue is categorized under CWE-94 (Improper Control of Generation of Code) (NVD Database).
Impact
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands through the affected component, potentially leading to complete system compromise with high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability (NVD Database).
Mitigation and workarounds
Users are advised to upgrade to Apache Airflow Hive Provider version 6.0.0 or later to address this vulnerability. The fix involves moving the authentication parameter from extra to Hook parameter (GitHub PR).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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