CVE-2023-38889: Code Injection
Published Aug 15, 2023
·Updated
An issue in Alluxio v.2.9.3 and before allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted script to the username parameter of lluxio.util.CommonUtils.getUnixGroups(java.lang.String).
Affected Software
2 affected components
maven/org.alluxio:alluxio-parent<=2.9.3
Alluxio Alluxio<=2.9.3
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Aug 15, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Advisory Published
06:31 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2023-38889?
CVE-2023-38889 has been classified with a high severity level due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2023-38889?
To remediate CVE-2023-38889, upgrade Alluxio to version 2.9.4 or later.
3
What versions are affected by CVE-2023-38889?
CVE-2023-38889 affects Alluxio versions 2.9.3 and earlier.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-38889?
CVE-2023-38889 is an arbitrary code execution vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2023-38889 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2023-38889 can be exploited remotely if an attacker can craft a specific username input.