CVE-2023-22935: SPL Command Safeguards Bypass via the ‘display.page.search.patterns.sensitivity’ Search Parameter in Splunk Enterprise

Published Feb 14, 2023
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Updated

In Splunk Enterprise versions below 8.1.13, 8.2.10, and 9.0.4, the ‘display.page.search.patterns.sensitivity’ search parameter lets a search bypass SPL safeguards for risky commands. The vulnerability requires a higher privileged user to initiate a request within their browser and only affects instances with Splunk Web enabled.

Other sources

In Splunk Enterprise versions below 8.1.13, 8.2.10, and 9.0.4, the ‘display.page.search.patterns.sensitivity’ search parameter lets a search bypass SPL safeguards for risky commands. The vulnerability requires a higher privileged user to initiate a request within their browser and only affects instances with Splunk Web enabled.

NVD

Affected Software

4 affected components
Splunk splunk>=8.1.0<8.1.13
Splunk splunk>=8.2.0<8.2.10
Splunk splunk>=9.0.0<9.0.4
Splunk Splunk Cloud Platform<9.0.2209.3

Event History

Feb 14, 2023
CVE Published
05:22 PM
Data Sourced
05:22 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-22935?

CVE-2023-22935 is a vulnerability in Splunk Enterprise versions below 8.1.13, 8.2.10, and 9.0.4 that allows a search to bypass SPL safeguards for risky commands.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-22935?

The severity of CVE-2023-22935 is high with a CVSS score of 8.8.

3

How does CVE-2023-22935 affect Splunk Enterprise?

CVE-2023-22935 affects Splunk Enterprise versions below 8.1.13, 8.2.10, and 9.0.4.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-22935?

To fix CVE-2023-22935, update Splunk Enterprise to version 8.1.13, 8.2.10, or 9.0.4.

5

What is the CWE of CVE-2023-22935?

The CWE of CVE-2023-22935 is CWE-77: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a SQL Command ('SQL Injection').

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