CVE-2022-36640 Missing authorization in n/a
Unauthenticated attackers can execute arbitrary commands if authentication is not enabled, which is the default setting.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2022-36640?
CVE-2022-36640 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 2 Sep 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
influxData influxDB before v1.8.10 contains no authentication mechanism or controls, allowing unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands. NOTE: the CVE ID assignment is disputed because the vendor's documentation states "If InfluxDB is being deployed on a publicly accessible endpoint, we strongly recommend authentication be enabled. Otherwise the data will be publicly available to any unauthenticated user. The default settings do NOT enable authentication and authorization."
Weakness: CWE-276
Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-36640?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including influxdb. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
influxdb Bitnami | All versions | 1.8.0 |
Products include Influxdata Influxdb.
How do I fix CVE-2022-36640?
Upgrade influxdb to 1.8.0 or later.
Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.
Is CVE-2022-36640 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2022-36640 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as BIT-influxdb-2022-36640, DEBIAN-CVE-2022-36640, GHSA-x7v4-5qjr-j62x.