CVE-2020-17519 - Apache Flink Improper Access Control Vulnerability

Apache | Flink

• Date Added:
• 2024-05-23

• Due Date:
• 2024-06-13

Vulnerability Name

Apache Flink Improper Access Control Vulnerability

Description

Apache Flink contains an improper access control vulnerability that allows an attacker to read any file on the local filesystem of the JobManager through its REST interface.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Unknown

Action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Additional Notes

This vulnerability affects a common open-source component, third-party library, or a protocol used by different products. Please check with specific vendors for information on patching status. For more information, please see: https://lists.apache.org/thread/typ0h03zyfrzjqlnb7plh64df1g2383d; https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2020-17519

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