This article discusses recent vulnerabilities discovered in open-source software, focusing on Apache projects. Two specific vulnerabilities, CVE-2024-29217 in Apache Answer and CVE-2024-29733 in Apache Airflow FTP Provider, are analyzed in detail. Additionally, other notable vulnerabilities in open-source software are briefly mentioned.
CVE-2024-29217: Apache Answer XSS Vulnerability
CVE-2024-29217 is an XSS (Cross-site Scripting) vulnerability found in Apache Answer before version 1.3.0. This vulnerability, which affects the personal website feature, allows a logged-in user to input malicious code when modifying their personal website. This can lead to an XSS attack, where the attacker can inject client-side scripts into web pages viewed by other users.
Impact and Recommendations
This vulnerability is classified as problematic and affects Apache Answer versions before 1.3.0. Users are advised to upgrade to version 1.3.0, which fixes the issue. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely, and upgrading to the latest version is the best way to mitigate the risk.
CVE-2024-29733: Apache Airflow FTP Provider Improper Certificate Validation
CVE-2024-29733 is an Improper Certificate Validation vulnerability in the FTP Provider of Apache Airflow. The FTP hook lacks complete certificate validation in FTP_TLS connections, potentially allowing an attacker to exploit this weakness. Implementing proper certificate validation by passing context=ssl.create_default_context() during FTP_TLS instantiation is used as mitigation to validate the certificates properly.
Impact and Recommendations
This vulnerability affects Apache Airflow FTP Provider versions before 3.7.0. Users are advised to upgrade to version 3.7.0, which fixes the issue. Proper certificate validation is essential for secure communication and should be implemented to prevent potential attacks.
Other Notable Vulnerabilities
Several other notable vulnerabilities were discovered in open-source software recently, including:
Apache Commons Configuration: Out-of-bounds Write vulnerabilities (CONFIGURATION-840 and CONFIGURATION-841) affecting versions before 2.10.1. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.10.1, which fixes the issues.
Jenkins: Security vulnerabilities in Jenkins 2.444 and Jenkins LTS 2.440.2. Users are advised to upgrade to the latest versions to address these issues.
GNU Emacs 29.3: Security issues fixed in the latest release. CVEs are assigned for the emacs and org-mode issues.
Open-source software projects, like Apache, are constantly updated to address security vulnerabilities. Regularly checking for and applying updates is crucial to ensure the security of your systems and applications. This article highlights the importance of staying informed about recent vulnerabilities and taking appropriate actions to mitigate risks.