CVE-2018-14670 Missing authorization in ClickHouse

Critical 9.8 Published 15 Aug 2019 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Incorrect package configuration allows unauthorized users to access and modify the ClickHouse database.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2018-14670?

CVE-2018-14670 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in ClickHouse, published on 15 Aug 2019. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Incorrect configuration in deb package in ClickHouse before 1.1.54131 could lead to unauthorized use of the database.

Weakness: CWE-285

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-14670?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Clickhouse Clickhouse.

How do I fix CVE-2018-14670?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-14670 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2018-14670 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-14670 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-f4x7-6ghc-chgp.