CVE-2023-50944: Apache Airflow: Bypass permission verification to read code of other dags
First published: Wed Jan 24 2024(Updated: )
Apache Airflow, versions before 2.8.1, have a vulnerability that allows an authenticated user to access the source code of a DAG to which they don't have access. This vulnerability is considered low since it requires an authenticated user to exploit it. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.8.1, which fixes this issue.
Credit: security@apache.org security@apache.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Airflow | <2.8.1 | |
| pip/apache-airflow | >=0<2.8.1rc1 | 2.8.1rc1 |
| <2.8.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/01/24/5
- https://github.com/apache/airflow/pull/36257
- https://lists.apache.org/thread/92krb5mpcq8qrw4t4j5oooqw7hgd8q7h
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-50944
- https://github.com/pypa/advisory-database/tree/main/vulns/apache-airflow/PYSEC-2024-14.yaml
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-vm5m-qmrx-fw8w (Advisory)
- https://github.com/apache/airflow/commit/8d76538d6e105947272b000581c6fabec20146b1
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-50944?
CVE-2023-50944 is considered a low severity vulnerability since it requires an authenticated user to exploit it.
How do I fix CVE-2023-50944?
To mitigate CVE-2023-50944, upgrade Apache Airflow to version 2.8.1 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-50944?
CVE-2023-50944 affects Apache Airflow versions prior to 2.8.1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-50944?
CVE-2023-50944 is a source code exposure vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to DAG source code for authenticated users.
What should I do if I cannot upgrade to a fixed version for CVE-2023-50944?
If upgrading is not possible, review user access controls to limit authenticated access to sensitive DAG code.
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