CVE-2019-10095

bash command injection in spark interpreter

published September 2, 2021

CVSS
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EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A simple command injection is all it takes to exploit Apache Zeppelin! An attacker can sneak commands right into your Spark interpreter settings, like a mischievous child slipping candy into their pocket. 🍬 Think of it like a restaurant kitchen where the head chef decides what goes into each dish. If a dinner guest can sneak in their own ingredients without the chef knowing, they could easily ruin the meal! That's what this command injection does, allowing attackers to run arbitrary system commands in a trusted environment. This vulnerability poses a serious risk as it allows an attacker to execute system commands on the server, potentially leading to unauthorized access or even complete system control. If exploited, it could compromise sensitive data and disrupt operations, making it a significant concern for anyone using affected versions.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant kitchen where the head chef decides what goes into each dish. If a dinner guest can sneak in their own ingredients without the chef knowing, they could easily ruin the meal! That's what this command injection does, allowing attackers to run arbitrary system commands in a trusted environment. The vulnerability in Apache Zeppelin versions prior to 0.9.0 allows command injection through modifications to Spark interpreter settings, enabling execution of arbitrary system commands.

What to do

This vulnerability poses a serious risk as it allows an attacker to execute system commands on the server, potentially leading to unauthorized access or even complete system control. If exploited, it could compromise sensitive data and disrupt operations, making it a significant concern for anyone using affected versions. To protect your environment, upgrade Apache Zeppelin to version 0.9.0 or later. Additionally, review your Spark interpreter settings and configurations to ensure they are secure. It's also a good practice to monitor for any unusual command activity post-update. You've got this! With these steps, you can secure your system and keep those sneaky commands at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05747 · 93.0th percentile
Published
2021-09-02T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 02 SEP 00:00Z
    bash command injection in spark interpreter
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