CVE-2023-50291: Apache Solr: System Property redaction logic inconsistency can lead to leaked passwords
First published: Fri Feb 09 2024(Updated: )
Apache Solr could allow a remote authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information, caused by system property redaction logic inconsistencies. By using the /admin/info/properties endpoint, an attacker could exploit his vulnerability to leak certain passwords.
Credit: security@apache.org security@apache.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| maven/org.apache.solr:solr-core | >=9.0.0<9.3.0 | 9.3.0 |
| maven/org.apache.solr:solr-core | >=6.0.0<8.11.3 | 8.11.3 |
| Apache Solr | >=6.0.0<8.11.3 | |
| Apache Solr | >=9.0.0<9.3.0 | |
| IBM Cognos Analytics | <=12.0.0-12.0.3 | |
| IBM Cognos Analytics | <=11.2.0-11.2.4 FP4 | |
| >=6.0.0<8.11.3 | ||
| >=9.0.0<9.3.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-50291
- https://solr.apache.org/security.html#cve-2023-50291-apache-solr-can-leak-certain-passwords-due-to-system-property-redaction-logic-inconsistencies
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/02/09/4
- https://github.com/apache/solr/commit/659021c7d50164a3166887f24875228431b02102
- https://github.com/apache/solr/commit/98c198810f2cd934d23d0d80aadb570a2bbb3b8e
- https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/SOLR-16809
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-3hwc-rqwp-v36q (Advisory)
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7177223 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-50291?
CVE-2023-50291 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to leak sensitive information.
How can I fix CVE-2023-50291?
To fix CVE-2023-50291, upgrade Apache Solr to version 9.3.0 or 8.11.3 to eliminate the vulnerability.
What type of attack does CVE-2023-50291 involve?
CVE-2023-50291 allows remote authenticated attackers to exploit the vulnerability to leak passwords via the /admin/info/properties endpoint.
Which versions of Apache Solr are affected by CVE-2023-50291?
CVE-2023-50291 affects Apache Solr versions between 9.0.0 and 9.3.0 and 6.0.0 and 8.11.3.
Who is the vendor responsible for CVE-2023-50291?
The vendor responsible for CVE-2023-50291 is Apache, which maintains the Solr project.
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