7.1
CWE
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Advisory Published
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-55633: Apache Superset: SQLLab Improper readonly query validation allows unauthorized write access

First published: Thu Dec 12 2024(Updated: )

Improper Authorization vulnerability in Apache Superset. On Postgres analytic databases an attacker with SQLLab access can craft a specially designed SQL DML statement that is Incorrectly identified as a read-only query, enabling its execution. Non postgres analytics database connections and postgres analytics database connections set with a readonly user (advised) are not vulnerable.  This issue affects Apache Superset: before 4.1.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 4.1.0, which fixes the issue.

Credit: security@apache.org security@apache.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
pip/apache-superset<4.1.0
4.1.0
Apache Superset<4.1.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-55633?

    CVE-2024-55633 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its impact on improper authorization in Apache Superset.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-55633?

    To mitigate CVE-2024-55633, upgrade to Apache Superset version 4.1.0 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-55633?

    CVE-2024-55633 affects users of Apache Superset with SQLLab access on Postgres analytic databases.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-55633?

    CVE-2024-55633 is an improper authorization vulnerability that can allow attackers to execute unauthorized SQL commands.

  • Can CVE-2024-55633 impact non-Postgres analytics databases?

    CVE-2024-55633 primarily affects Postgres databases and does not impact non-Postgres analytics databases.

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