CVE-2017-15694
Description
When an Apache Geode server versions 1.0.0 to 1.8.0 is operating in secure mode, a user with write permissions for specific data regions can modify internal cluster metadata. A malicious user could modify this data in a way that affects the operation of the cluster.
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Apache Geode 1.0.0 to 1.8.0 in secure mode allows write users to corrupt internal cluster metadata, leading to cluster instability or compromise.
Vulnerability
Overview
CVE-2017-15694 affects Apache Geode versions 1.0.0 through 1.8.0 when operating in secure mode. The vulnerability permits a user who has been granted write permissions for specific data regions to modify internal cluster metadata [1]. This metadata is essential for cluster coordination and data integrity.
Exploitation
Conditions
Exploitation requires the attacker to possess valid authenticated access with write privileges to at least one data region. From that position, they can craft requests that alter the internal metadata in a manner that disrupts normal cluster operations [1]. The attack can be carried out over the network without other special prerequisites, as the component trusts the authenticated user's write operations.
Impact
A malicious user exploiting this flaw can cause the cluster to behave unpredictably. Potential impacts include denial of service, data corruption, or further escalation of privileges within the cluster, as the metadata governs routing, replication, and security decisions [1].
Mitigation
Users should upgrade to Apache Geode version 1.9.0 or later, where the issue has been fixed. For environments that cannot immediately upgrade, restricting write access only to highly trusted users provides a partial workaround, though this does not eliminate the risk completely [1].
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Affected packages
Versions sourced from the GitHub Security Advisory.
| Package | Affected versions | Patched versions |
|---|---|---|
org.apache.geode:geode-coreMaven | < 1.9.0 | 1.9.0 |
Affected products
1Patches
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References
5- github.com/advisories/GHSA-p426-qw2p-v95vghsaADVISORY
- nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-15694ghsaADVISORY
- www.securityfocus.com/bid/108870mitrevdb-entryx_refsource_BID
- lists.apache.org/thread.html/311505e7b7a045aaa246f0a1935703acacf41b954621b1363c40bf6f%40%3Cuser.geode.apache.org%3Emitrex_refsource_MISC
- lists.apache.org/thread.html/311505e7b7a045aaa246f0a1935703acacf41b954621b1363c40bf6f@%3Cuser.geode.apache.org%3EghsaWEB
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