CVE-2026-78166: provectus kafka-ui Groovy Code MessagesController.java executeSmartFilterTest code injection
A security flaw has been discovered in provectus kafka-ui up to 0.7.2. The affected element is the function executeSmartFilterTest of the file kafka-ui-api/src/main/java/com/provectus/kafka/ui/controller/MessagesController.java of the component Groovy Code Handler. The manipulation results in code injection. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been released to the public and may be used for attacks. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which deployments are affected?
provectus kafka-ui versions up to and including 0.7.2 are affected, specifically the Groovy Code Handler functionality in executeSmartFilterTest within MessagesController.java.
What access does an attacker need?
The issue can be exploited remotely and requires low-level privileges. No user interaction is required.
Is public exploit code available?
Yes. The exploit has been released publicly and may be used in attacks.
What should teams do if they cannot patch immediately?
The provided information does not identify a workaround. Prioritize restricting access for low-privileged users to the affected Groovy Code Handler functionality and monitor for attempts to exploit the exposed endpoint.