CVE-2023-27987CWE-326

Apache Linkis gateway module token authentication bypass

Critical · published April 10, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.1
EPSS
1%
Percentile
56.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A default token that’s about as secure as a paper lock is leaving Apache Linkis <=1.3.1 vulnerable! A determined attacker can easily snag this weak token and wreak havoc. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that uses a simple reservation code — anyone with the number could walk right in without checking their identity. If someone guesses that code, they’re dining on your data without any effort at all! An attacker could effortlessly exploit this vulnerability, gaining unauthorized access and potentially compromising sensitive data or services. This could lead to absolutely devastating consequences for your operations, putting everything from user privacy to system integrity at risk!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that uses a simple reservation code — anyone with the number could walk right in without checking their identity. If someone guesses that code, they’re dining on your data without any effort at all! This vulnerability arises from the default token generated by Linkis Gateway being overly simplistic, allowing attackers to easily guess or obtain this token and perform unauthorized actions on the system.

What to do

An attacker could effortlessly exploit this vulnerability, gaining unauthorized access and potentially compromising sensitive data or services. This could lead to absolutely devastating consequences for your operations, putting everything from user privacy to system integrity at risk! Upgrade immediately to Apache Linkis version 1.3.2 to secure your deployment. Additionally, enhance your security by modifying the default token generation rules to incorporate random values. Don't forget to refer to the Token authorization guide for best practices! You've got this! Follow these steps, and you’ll have your Linkis installation fortified in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.1 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00811 · 56.5th percentile
Weakness
CWE-326 · Inadequate Encryption Strength
Published
2023-04-10T07:37Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 APR 07:37Z
    Apache Linkis gateway module token authentication bypass
    cvelistv5