CVE-2025-48912: Apache Superset: Improper authorization bypass on row level security via SQL Injection

Published May 30, 2025
·
Updated

An authenticated malicious actor using specially crafted requests could bypass row level security configuration by injecting SQL into 'sqlExpression' fields. This allowed the execution of sub-queries to evade parsing defenses ultimately granting unauthorized access to data.

This issue affects Apache Superset: before 4.1.2.

Users are recommended to upgrade to version 4.1.2, which fixes the issue.

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
Apache Superset<4.1.2
pip/apache-superset<4.1.2
4.1.2
Apache Superset<4.1.2

Event History

May 30, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:26 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:26 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Advisory Published
via GitHub·09:30 AM
Jun 24, 57411
Event
via FIRST·12:01 PM
Free Weekly Intel

Don't miss critical vulnerabilities

Join thousands of security professionals who receive our weekly digest of trending CVEs, zero-days, and exploited vulnerabilities.

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-48912?

CVE-2025-48912 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized data access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-48912?

To fix CVE-2025-48912, upgrade Apache Superset to version 4.1.2 or later.

3

What impact does CVE-2025-48912 have on Apache Superset?

CVE-2025-48912 allows authenticated attackers to bypass row-level security and execute unauthorized SQL queries.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-48912?

CVE-2025-48912 affects users of Apache Superset versions prior to 4.1.2.

5

How does CVE-2025-48912 exploit SQL injection vulnerabilities?

CVE-2025-48912 exploits SQL injection in 'sqlExpression' fields to bypass parsing defenses and gain unauthorized data access.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203