CVE-2023-4640: Set Logging Level Without Authentication

Published Aug 30, 2023
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Updated

The controller responsible for setting the logging level does not include any authorization checks to ensure the user is authenticated. This can be seen by noting that it extends Controller rather than AuthenticatedController and includes no further checks. This issue affects YugabyteDB Anywhere: from 2.0.0 through 2.17.3

Affected Software

1 affected component
Yugabyte YugabyteDB>=2.0.0<=2.17.3.0

Event History

Aug 30, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:42 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:42 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-4640?

CVE-2023-4640 is a vulnerability in YugabyteDB Anywhere that allows unauthorized users to set the logging level.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-4640?

CVE-2023-4640 has a severity rating of 7.5 (high).

3

How does CVE-2023-4640 affect YugabyteDB Anywhere?

CVE-2023-4640 affects YugabyteDB Anywhere versions 2.0.0 to 2.17.3.0.

4

How can unauthorized users exploit CVE-2023-4640?

Unauthorized users can exploit CVE-2023-4640 by setting the logging level without proper authorization checks.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2023-4640?

To fix CVE-2023-4640, users should apply the latest updates and patches provided by YugabyteDB.

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