Apache Superset: Privilege escalation with default examples database

CVE-2023-40610

What is CVE-2023-40610?

A vulnerability exists in Apache Superset versions up to but not including 2.1.2, where improper authorization checks can allow an attacker to exploit a specially crafted CTE SQL statement. This exploit can lead to unauthorized changes in the metadata database, compromising the integrity of authentication and authorization data. By leveraging the default examples database connection, an attacker could gain access to sensitive schema information, escalating privileges and potentially manipulating critical data without the appropriate permissions.

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