CVE-2023-37481: Fides Webserver Vulnerable to SVG Bomb File Uploads
First published: Tue Jul 18 2023(Updated: )
### Impact The Fides webserver is vulnerable to a type of Denial of Service (DoS) attack. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to upload zip files containing malicious SVG bombs (similar to a billion laughs attack), causing resource exhaustion in Admin UI browser tabs and creating a persistent denial of service of the 'new connector' page (`datastore-connection/new`). This vulnerability affects Fides versions `2.11.0` through `2.15.1`. Exploitation is limited to users with elevated privileges with the `CONNECTOR_TEMPLATE_REGISTER` scope, which includes root users and users with the owner role. ### Patches The vulnerability has been patched in Fides version `2.16.0`. Users are advised to upgrade to this version or later to secure their systems against this threat. ### Workarounds There is no known workaround to remediate this vulnerability without upgrading.
Credit: security-advisories@github.com security-advisories@github.com security-advisories@github.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ethyca Fides | >=2.11.0<2.16.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/ethyca/fides/commit/8beaace082b325e693dc7682029a3cb7e6c2b69d
- https://github.com/ethyca/fides/security/advisories/GHSA-3rw2-wfc8-wmj5
- https://github.com/ethyca/fides/releases/tag/2.16.0
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-37481
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-3rw2-wfc8-wmj5 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the impact of CVE-2023-37481?
The Fides webserver is vulnerable to a type of Denial of Service (DoS) attack, allowing attackers to upload malicious SVG bomb zip files.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-37481?
The Fides software versions between 2.11.0 and 2.16.0 are affected by the CVE-2023-37481 vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2023-37481?
CVE-2023-37481 has a severity level of 4.9 (medium).
How can I fix CVE-2023-37481?
To fix CVE-2023-37481, update your Fides software to version 2.16.0 or later.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID of CVE-2023-37481?
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID of CVE-2023-37481 is 400.
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