CVE-2023-42504: Apache Superset: Lack of rate limiting allows for possible denial of service

Published Nov 28, 2023
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Updated

An authenticated malicious user could initiate multiple concurrent requests, each requesting multiple dashboard exports, leading to a possible denial of service.

This issue affects Apache Superset: before 3.0.0

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Apache Superset<3.0.0
pip/apache-superset<3.0.0
3.0.0

Event History

Nov 28, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:59 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Advisory Published
06:30 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-42504?

CVE-2023-42504 is a vulnerability in Apache Superset that allows an authenticated malicious user to initiate multiple concurrent requests, potentially causing a denial of service.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-42504?

The severity of CVE-2023-42504 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.8.

3

Which version of Apache Superset is affected by CVE-2023-42504?

Apache Superset versions before 3.0.0 are affected by CVE-2023-42504.

4

How can an authenticated malicious user exploit CVE-2023-42504?

An authenticated malicious user can exploit CVE-2023-42504 by initiating multiple concurrent requests, each requesting multiple dashboard exports.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-42504?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-42504 at the following references: [1] [2] [3]

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