CVE-2023-46741: CubeFS leaks magic secret key when starting Blobstore access service
A vulnerability was found in CubeFS that could allow users to read sensitive data from the logs which could allow them escalate privileges.
CubeFS leaks configuration keys in plaintext format in the logs. These keys could allow anyone to carry out operations on blobs that they otherwise do not have permissions for. For example, an attacker that has succesfully retrieved a secret key from the logs can delete blogs from the blob store.
The attacker can either be an internal user with limited privileges to read the log, or it can be an external user who has escalated privileges sufficiently to access the logs. There is no evidence of this vulnerability being exploited in the wild. It was found during an ongoing security audit carried out by Ada Logics in collaboration with OSTIF and the CNCF.
The vulnerability has been patched in v3.3.1. There is no other mitigated than upgrading.
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CubeFS is an open-source cloud-native file storage system. A vulnerability was found in CubeFS prior to version 3.3.1 that could allow users to read sensitive data from the logs which could allow them escalate privileges. CubeFS leaks configuration keys in plaintext format in the logs. These keys could allow anyone to carry out operations on blobs that they otherwise do not have permissions for. For example, an attacker that has succesfully retrieved a secret key from the logs can delete blogs from the blob store. The attacker can either be an internal user with limited privileges to read the log, or they can be an external user who has escalated privileges sufficiently to access the logs. The vulnerability has been patched in v3.3.1. There is no other mitigation than upgrading.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-46741?
CVE-2023-46741 is a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2023-46741?
To fix CVE-2023-46741, upgrade to CubeFS version 3.3.1 or later.
What kind of data is leaked in CVE-2023-46741?
CVE-2023-46741 allows sensitive configuration keys to be leaked in plaintext format through logs.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-46741?
Users of CubeFS versions prior to 3.3.1 are affected by CVE-2023-46741.
Can CVE-2023-46741 lead to further attacks?
Yes, the exposure of configuration keys in CVE-2023-46741 can lead to unauthorized operations on blobs.