#VU86015 Improper authentication in DolphinScheduler - CVE-2023-25601

Vulnerability identifier: #VU86015

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 2.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-25601

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
DolphinScheduler
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: Apache Foundation

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error when processing authentication requests in python gateway. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

DolphinScheduler: 3.0.0 - 3.0.2, 3.1.0 - 3.1.1

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External links
https://lists.apache.org/thread/25g77jqczp3t8cz56hk1p65q7m6c64rf
https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/04/20/10

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.