CVE-2023-28637 in DataEase
Summary
by MITRE • 03/29/2023
DataEase is an open source data visualization analysis tool. In Dataease users are normally allowed to modify data and the data sources are expected to properly sanitize data. The AWS redshift data source does not provide data sanitization which may lead to remote code execution. This vulnerability has been fixed in v1.18.5. Users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/16/2023
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-28637 affects DataEase, an open source data visualization and analysis platform that enables users to create dashboards and perform data analysis operations. This security flaw exists specifically within the AWS Redshift data source integration component of the software, representing a critical weakness that could potentially allow remote code execution. The issue stems from inadequate data sanitization practices within the AWS Redshift connector, creating a pathway for malicious actors to exploit the system through improperly validated input data.
The technical flaw manifests when DataEase processes data from AWS Redshift sources without implementing proper input validation or sanitization mechanisms. This vulnerability falls under the CWE-79 category of Cross-Site Scripting, though it extends beyond traditional web scripting issues to encompass remote code execution capabilities. The absence of data sanitization means that malicious input can be directly interpreted and executed by the underlying system, bypassing normal security controls that would typically prevent such operations. The vulnerability represents a classic injection flaw where untrusted data flows directly into system commands or processes without proper verification or escaping.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe and potentially catastrophic for organizations using DataEase with AWS Redshift connections. Attackers could leverage this weakness to execute arbitrary commands on the system hosting DataEase, potentially gaining full control over the platform and accessing all connected data sources. This remote code execution capability could lead to data breaches, system compromise, and unauthorized access to sensitive information stored in AWS Redshift clusters. The vulnerability affects the core functionality of DataEase's data integration capabilities, making it particularly dangerous as it undermines the trust model between users and the platform's data handling processes. Organizations relying on DataEase for business intelligence and analytics may face significant operational disruptions and security incidents.
Mitigation efforts should focus primarily on upgrading to DataEase version 1.18.5, which contains the necessary patches to address the sanitization issues in the AWS Redshift connector. System administrators should immediately implement this upgrade across all affected environments without delay. While the vulnerability description indicates no known workarounds exist, organizations should consider implementing network-level restrictions and access controls to limit exposure. The fix addresses the root cause by implementing proper data sanitization protocols within the AWS Redshift data source integration, ensuring that all input data is properly validated and escaped before processing. Security teams should also conduct thorough assessments of their DataEase deployments to identify any potential exploitation attempts and monitor system logs for unusual activity patterns that might indicate attempted exploitation of this vulnerability.