CVE-2023-0813: Network-observability-console-plugin-container: setting loki authtoken configuration to disable or host mode leads to authentication longer being enforced
A flaw was found in the Network Observability plugin for OpenShift console. Unless the Loki authToken configuration is set to FORWARD mode, authentication is no longer enforced, allowing any user who can connect to the OpenShift Console in an OpenShift cluster to retrieve flows without authentication.
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In the Network Observability plugin for OpenShift console, unless the Loki authToken configuration is set to FORWARD mode, authentication is no longer enforced allowing any user who can connect to the OpenShift Console in an OpenShift cluster to retrieve flows, without authentication.
— Red Hat
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What is the severity of CVE-2023-0813?
CVE-2023-0813 has been categorized as a medium severity vulnerability due to improper authentication enforcement.
How do I fix CVE-2023-0813?
To mitigate CVE-2023-0813, set the Loki authToken configuration to FORWARD mode to ensure proper authentication.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-0813?
CVE-2023-0813 affects users of the Network Observability plugin for OpenShift console, specifically version 1.0.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-0813?
The potential impact of CVE-2023-0813 includes unauthorized retrieval of flow data by users who can access the OpenShift Console.
Is CVE-2023-0813 exploitable remotely?
Yes, CVE-2023-0813 is exploitable remotely by any user with access to the OpenShift Console.