8.8
CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-43563: Risky command safeguards bypass via rex search command field names in Splunk Enterprise

First published: Fri Nov 04 2022(Updated: )

In Splunk Enterprise versions below 8.2.9 and 8.1.12, the way that the rex search command handles field names lets an attacker bypass SPL safeguards for risky commands https://docs.splunk.com/Documentation/SplunkCloud/latest/Security/SPLsafeguards . The vulnerability requires the attacker to phish the victim by tricking them into initiating a request within their browser. The attacker cannot exploit the vulnerability at will.

Credit: prodsec@splunk.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Splunk Splunk>=8.1.0<8.1.12
Splunk Splunk>=8.2.0<8.2.9
Splunk Splunk Cloud Platform<9.0.2203

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?

    The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-43563.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-43563?

    The severity of CVE-2022-43563 is high.

  • Which versions of Splunk Enterprise are affected by CVE-2022-43563?

    Splunk Enterprise versions below 8.2.9 and 8.1.12 are affected by CVE-2022-43563.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2022-43563?

    CVE-2022-43563 allows an attacker to bypass SPL safeguards for risky commands in Splunk Enterprise.

  • How can I fix CVE-2022-43563?

    To fix CVE-2022-43563, upgrade to Splunk Enterprise version 8.2.9 or 8.1.12.

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