CVE-2022-45438: Apache Superset: Dashboard metadata information leak

Published Jan 16, 2023
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Updated

When explicitly enabling the feature flag DASHBOARDCACHE (disabled by default), the system allowed for an unauthenticated user to access dashboard configuration metadata using a REST API Get endpoint. This issue affects Apache Superset version 1.5.2 and prior versions and version 2.0.0.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Apache Superset<=1.5.2
Apache Superset=2.0.0
Apache Superset=2.0.0-rc1
Apache Superset=2.0.0-rc2

Event History

Jan 16, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:12 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:12 AM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-45438?

CVE-2022-45438 is a vulnerability in Apache Superset versions 1.5.2 and prior, as well as version 2.0.0, that allows an unauthenticated user to access dashboard configuration metadata using a REST API Get endpoint when the DASHBOARD_CACHE feature flag is enabled.

2

How does CVE-2022-45438 affect Apache Superset?

CVE-2022-45438 affects Apache Superset versions 1.5.2 and prior, as well as version 2.0.0.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-45438?

The severity of CVE-2022-45438 is medium, with a severity value of 5.3.

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-45438?

To fix CVE-2022-45438, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of Apache Superset that is not affected by this vulnerability.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-45438?

More information about CVE-2022-45438 can be found at the following reference: [https://lists.apache.org/thread/snxbkf2x9kww7s0wkmydct9nhqqn9rv9]

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