CVE-2017-15720: Input Validation
First published: Wed Jan 23 2019(Updated: )
In Apache Airflow 1.8.2 and earlier, an authenticated user can execute code remotely on the Airflow webserver by creating a special object.
Credit: security@apache.org security@apache.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Airflow | <=1.8.2 | |
| pip/apache-airflow | <=1.8.2 | 1.9.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/ade4d54ebf614f68dc81a08891755e60ea58ba88e0209233eeea5f57@%3Cdev.airflow.apache.org%3E
- https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/ade4d54ebf614f68dc81a08891755e60ea58ba88e0209233eeea5f57%40%3Cdev.airflow.apache.org%3E
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-15720
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-8fg4-j562-mjrc (Advisory)
- https://github.com/apache/airflow/commit/04cacdd0a7526927137b452f38c3e894a5d2ce4a
- https://github.com/apache/airflow/commit/daa281c0364609d6812921123cf47e4118b40484
- https://github.com/pypa/advisory-database/tree/main/vulns/apache-airflow/PYSEC-2019-147.yaml
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-15720?
CVE-2017-15720 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow authenticated users to execute remote code on the Airflow webserver.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15720?
To fix CVE-2017-15720, upgrade Apache Airflow to version 1.9.0 or later.
What versions of Apache Airflow are affected by CVE-2017-15720?
CVE-2017-15720 affects Apache Airflow versions up to and including 1.8.2.
Can CVE-2017-15720 be exploited without authentication?
No, CVE-2017-15720 requires authentication for exploitation.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-15720 if I cannot upgrade immediately?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2017-15720, so upgrading is the only effective solution.
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