CVE-2022-43571: Remote Code Execution through dashboard PDF generation component in Splunk Enterprise

Published Nov 3, 2022
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Updated

In Splunk Enterprise versions below 8.2.9, 8.1.12, and 9.0.2, an authenticated user can execute arbitrary code through the dashboard PDF generation component.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Splunk splunk>=8.1.0<8.1.12
Splunk splunk>=8.2.0<8.2.9
Splunk splunk>=9.0.0<9.0.2
Splunk Splunk Cloud Platform<9.0.2209

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Splunk Enterprise to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 8.2.9
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade Splunk Enterprise to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 8.1.12
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade Splunk Enterprise to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 9.0.2

Event History

Nov 3, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:56 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:56 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-43571?

CVE-2022-43571 is a vulnerability in Splunk Enterprise versions below 8.2.9, 8.1.12, and 9.0.2, where an authenticated user can execute arbitrary code through the dashboard PDF generation component.

2

How severe is CVE-2022-43571?

CVE-2022-43571 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-43571?

CVE-2022-43571 affects Splunk Enterprise versions below 8.2.9, 8.1.12, and 9.0.2, as well as Splunk Cloud Platform up to version 9.0.2209.

4

How can an authenticated user exploit CVE-2022-43571?

An authenticated user can exploit CVE-2022-43571 by executing arbitrary code through the dashboard PDF generation component in affected versions of Splunk Enterprise.

5

Are there any fixes or patches available for CVE-2022-43571?

Yes, for CVE-2022-43571, it is recommended to upgrade Splunk Enterprise to version 8.2.9, 8.1.12, or 9.0.2, and upgrade Splunk Cloud Platform to a version higher than 9.0.2209.

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