CVE-2023-48022

Anyscale Ray 2.6.3 and 2.8.0 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the job submission API

Critical · published November 28, 2023

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High probability of exploitation

CVSS calls it critical at 9.8. It sits in the 99.7th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
84%
Percentile
99.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single call to the job submission API can let an attacker execute arbitrary code on your system. This is a serious vulnerability in Anyscale Ray versions 2.6.3 and 2.8.0! 🔥 Think of it as a restaurant where anyone with a reservation can sneak in and change the menu — without the chef ever knowing! This vulnerability allows an unauthorized user to submit malicious jobs, potentially wreaking havoc inside a controlled network. The consequences could be absolutely devastating. An attacker could run any code they want, potentially accessing sensitive data, disrupting services, or even taking control of your systems. It's a critical situation that demands immediate attention!

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant where anyone with a reservation can sneak in and change the menu — without the chef ever knowing! This vulnerability allows an unauthorized user to submit malicious jobs, potentially wreaking havoc inside a controlled network. This vulnerability in Anyscale Ray arises from insufficient security checks in the job submission API, allowing unauthorized remote code execution. This means that attackers can send specially crafted requests to execute any commands they choose, compromising the system's integrity.

What to do

The consequences could be absolutely devastating. An attacker could run any code they want, potentially accessing sensitive data, disrupting services, or even taking control of your systems. It's a critical situation that demands immediate attention! To mitigate this risk, upgrade to the latest version of Anyscale Ray that addresses this vulnerability. Additionally, consider implementing token authentication for versions 2.52.0 and later to add an extra layer of security to your network. Don't wait, take action now! You've got this! With the right steps, you can secure your systems and maintain your superhero status in the world of security! 🦸

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.83942 · 99.7th percentile
Published
2023-11-28T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 28 NOV 00:00Z
    Anyscale Ray 2.6.3 and 2.8.0 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the job submission API
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