CVE-2023-22936: Authenticated Blind Server Side Request Forgery via the ‘search_listener’ 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 ‘searchlistener’ parameter in a search allows for a blind server-side request forgery (SSRF) by an authenticated user. The initiator of the request cannot see the response without the presence of an additional vulnerability within the environment.

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-2023-22936?

CVE-2023-22936 is a vulnerability in Splunk Enterprise versions below 8.1.13, 8.2.10, and 9.0.4 that allows for a blind server-side request forgery (SSRF) by an authenticated user.

2

How does CVE-2023-22936 affect Splunk Enterprise?

CVE-2023-22936 affects Splunk Enterprise versions below 8.1.13, 8.2.10, and 9.0.4.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2023-22936?

The severity of CVE-2023-22936 is medium with a severity value of 6.3.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-22936?

To fix CVE-2023-22936, update your Splunk Enterprise version to 8.1.13, 8.2.10, or 9.0.4.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-22936?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-22936 on the Splunk advisory page: [https://advisory.splunk.com/advisories/SVD-2023-0206](https://advisory.splunk.com/advisories/SVD-2023-0206) and the Splunk research page: [https://research.splunk.com/application/ee69374a-d27e-4136-adac-956a96ff60fd](https://research.splunk.com/application/ee69374a-d27e-4136-adac-956a96ff60fd)

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