Vulnerability Description
Wazuh is a security detection, visibility, and compliance open source project. In versions 4.4.0 and 4.4.1, it is possible to get the Wazuh API administrator key used by the Dashboard using the browser development tools. This allows a logged user to the dashboard to become administrator of the API, even if their dashboard role is not. Version 4.4.2 contains a fix. There are no known workarounds.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wazuh | Wazuh-Dashboard | >= 4.4.0, < 4.4.2 |
| Wazuh | Wazuh-Kibana-App | >= 4.4.0, < 4.4.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/wazuh/wazuh-dashboard-plugins/issues/5427Issue Tracking
- https://github.com/wazuh/wazuh-kibana-app/pull/5428Patch
- https://github.com/wazuh/wazuh-kibana-app/security/advisories/GHSA-8w7x-52r7-qvjPatchVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/wazuh/wazuh-dashboard-plugins/issues/5427Issue Tracking
- https://github.com/wazuh/wazuh-kibana-app/pull/5428Patch
- https://github.com/wazuh/wazuh-kibana-app/security/advisories/GHSA-8w7x-52r7-qvjPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-42455?
CVE-2023-42455 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Wazuh is a security detection, visibility, and compliance open source project. In versions 4.4.0 and 4.4.1, it is possible to get the Wazuh API administrator key used by the Dashboard using the browse...
How severe is CVE-2023-42455?
CVE-2023-42455 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-42455?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wazuh Wazuh-Dashboard, Wazuh Wazuh-Kibana-App.