CVE-2023-50380
Apache Ambari XML External Entity Injection Vulnerability
Description
XML External Entity injection in apache ambari versions <= 2.7.7, Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.7.8, which fixes this issue. More Details: Oozie Workflow Scheduler had a vulnerability that allowed for root-level file reading and privilege escalation from low-privilege users. The vulnerability was caused through lack of proper user input validation. This vulnerability is known as an XML External Entity (XXE) injection attack. Attackers can exploit XXE vulnerabilities to read arbitrary files on the server, including sensitive system files. In theory, it might be possible to use this to escalate privileges.
INFO
Published Date :
Feb. 27, 2024, 5:15 p.m.
Last Modified :
Feb. 13, 2025, 6:15 p.m.
Source :
[email protected]
Remotely Exploitable :
Yes !
Impact Score :
3.6
Exploitability Score :
2.8
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2023-50380.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/02/27/6 | Mailing List |
| https://lists.apache.org/thread/qrt7mq7v7zyrh1qsh1gkg1m7clysvy32 | Vendor Advisory |
| http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/02/27/6 | Mailing List |
| https://lists.apache.org/thread/qrt7mq7v7zyrh1qsh1gkg1m7clysvy32 | Vendor Advisory |
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Vulnerability history details can be useful for understanding the evolution of a vulnerability, and for identifying the most recent changes that may impact the vulnerability's severity, exploitability, or other characteristics.
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CVE Modified by [email protected]
Feb. 13, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Changed Description XML External Entity injection in apache ambari versions <= 2.7.7, Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.7.8, which fixes this issue. More Details: Oozie Workflow Scheduler had a vulnerability that allowed for root-level file reading and privilege escalation from low-privilege users. The vulnerability was caused through lack of proper user input validation. This vulnerability is known as an XML External Entity (XXE) injection attack. Attackers can exploit XXE vulnerabilities to read arbitrary files on the server, including sensitive system files. In theory, it might be possible to use this to escalate privileges. XML External Entity injection in apache ambari versions <= 2.7.7, Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.7.8, which fixes this issue. More Details: Oozie Workflow Scheduler had a vulnerability that allowed for root-level file reading and privilege escalation from low-privilege users. The vulnerability was caused through lack of proper user input validation. This vulnerability is known as an XML External Entity (XXE) injection attack. Attackers can exploit XXE vulnerabilities to read arbitrary files on the server, including sensitive system files. In theory, it might be possible to use this to escalate privileges. -
Initial Analysis by [email protected]
Jan. 28, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CVSS V3.1 NIST AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N Added CPE Configuration OR *cpe:2.3:a:apache:ambari:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions from (including) 2.7.0 up to (excluding) 2.7.8 Changed Reference Type http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/02/27/6 No Types Assigned http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/02/27/6 Mailing List Changed Reference Type http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/02/27/6 No Types Assigned http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/02/27/6 Mailing List Changed Reference Type https://lists.apache.org/thread/qrt7mq7v7zyrh1qsh1gkg1m7clysvy32 No Types Assigned https://lists.apache.org/thread/qrt7mq7v7zyrh1qsh1gkg1m7clysvy32 Vendor Advisory Changed Reference Type https://lists.apache.org/thread/qrt7mq7v7zyrh1qsh1gkg1m7clysvy32 No Types Assigned https://lists.apache.org/thread/qrt7mq7v7zyrh1qsh1gkg1m7clysvy32 Vendor Advisory -
CVE Modified by af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Nov. 21, 2024
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Reference http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/02/27/6 Added Reference https://lists.apache.org/thread/qrt7mq7v7zyrh1qsh1gkg1m7clysvy32 -
CVE Modified by [email protected]
May. 14, 2024
Action Type Old Value New Value -
CVE Modified by [email protected]
Feb. 27, 2024
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Reference Apache Software Foundation http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/02/27/6 [No types assigned] -
CVE Received by [email protected]
Feb. 27, 2024
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description XML External Entity injection in apache ambari versions <= 2.7.7, Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.7.8, which fixes this issue. More Details: Oozie Workflow Scheduler had a vulnerability that allowed for root-level file reading and privilege escalation from low-privilege users. The vulnerability was caused through lack of proper user input validation. This vulnerability is known as an XML External Entity (XXE) injection attack. Attackers can exploit XXE vulnerabilities to read arbitrary files on the server, including sensitive system files. In theory, it might be possible to use this to escalate privileges. Added Reference Apache Software Foundation https://lists.apache.org/thread/qrt7mq7v7zyrh1qsh1gkg1m7clysvy32 [No types assigned] Added CWE Apache Software Foundation CWE-611
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
While CVE identifies
specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorizes the common flaws or
weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2023-50380 is
associated with the following CWEs:
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification
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stores attack patterns, which are descriptions of the common attributes and
approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2023-50380
weaknesses.