Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Provectus Kafka-UI
CVE-2023-52251

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Provectus

Status
Ui
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 January 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 85%

What is CVE-2023-52251?

A vulnerability exists in Provectus Kafka-UI versions 0.4.0 through 0.7.1, which can be exploited by remote attackers. The vulnerability allows for the execution of arbitrary code through specially crafted requests to the '/api/clusters/local/topics/{topic}/messages' endpoint. This enables potential attackers to manipulate the 'q' parameter, leading to significant security risks. Users of affected versions should prioritize applying necessary security updates to mitigate exposure to this issue.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

Metasploit exploit module for CVE-2023-52251
Created by Rapid7

CVE-2023-52251-POC
Created by BobTheShoplifter

References

https://github.com/BobTheShoplifter/CVE-2023-52251-POC
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/177214/Kafka-UI-0.7....

EPSS Score

85% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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