CVE-2024-27317: Apache Pulsar: Pulsar Functions Worker's Archive Extraction Vulnerability Allows Unauthorized File Modification

Published Mar 12, 2024
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Updated

In Pulsar Functions Worker, authenticated users can upload functions in jar or nar files. These files, essentially zip files, are extracted by the Functions Worker. However, if a malicious file is uploaded, it could exploit a directory traversal vulnerability. This occurs when the filenames in the zip files, which aren't properly validated, contain special elements like "..", altering the directory path. This could allow an attacker to create or modify files outside of the designated extraction directory, potentially influencing system behavior. This vulnerability also applies to the Pulsar Broker when it is configured with "functionsWorkerEnabled=true".

This issue affects Apache Pulsar versions from 2.4.0 to 2.10.5, from 2.11.0 to 2.11.3, from 3.0.0 to 3.0.2, from 3.1.0 to 3.1.2, and 3.2.0.

2.10 Pulsar Function Worker users should upgrade to at least 2.10.6. 2.11 Pulsar Function Worker users should upgrade to at least 2.11.4. 3.0 Pulsar Function Worker users should upgrade to at least 3.0.3. 3.1 Pulsar Function Worker users should upgrade to at least 3.1.3. 3.2 Pulsar Function Worker users should upgrade to at least 3.2.1.

Users operating versions prior to those listed above should upgrade to the aforementioned patched versions or newer versions.

Affected Software

9 affected componentsFixes available
Apache Pulsar>=2.4.0<2.10.6
Apache Pulsar>=2.11.0<2.11.4
Apache Pulsar>=3.0.0<3.0.3
Apache Pulsar=3.2.0
maven/org.apache.pulsar:pulsar-functions-worker>=3.2.0<3.2.1
3.2.1
maven/org.apache.pulsar:pulsar-functions-worker>=3.1.0<3.1.3
3.1.3
maven/org.apache.pulsar:pulsar-functions-worker>=3.0.0<3.0.3
3.0.3
maven/org.apache.pulsar:pulsar-functions-worker>=2.11.0<2.11.4
2.11.4
maven/org.apache.pulsar:pulsar-functions-worker>=2.4.0<2.10.6
2.10.6

Event History

Mar 12, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:18 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:18 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via GitHub·09:30 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-27317?

The severity of CVE-2024-27317 is classified as high due to the potential for remote code execution through directory traversal vulnerabilities.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-27317?

To fix CVE-2024-27317, it is recommended to upgrade the Pulsar Functions Worker to version 3.2.1 or higher.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-27317?

CVE-2024-27317 affects Apache Pulsar Functions Worker versions 2.10.6 up to 3.2.0.

4

What systems are impacted by CVE-2024-27317?

CVE-2024-27317 impacts systems running Apache Pulsar that allow authenticated users to upload functions.

5

Is authentication sufficient protection against CVE-2024-27317?

No, authentication alone is not sufficient protection against CVE-2024-27317 as it does not prevent the exploitation of the directory traversal vulnerability.

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