CVE-2018-1288 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-1288 affecting Apache Kafka versions 0.9.0.0 to 0.9.0.1, 0.10.0.0 to 0.10.2.1, 0.11.0.0 to 0.11.0.2, and 1.0.0. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this vulnerability.
Apache Kafka versions 0.9.0.0 to 0.9.0.1, 0.10.0.0 to 0.10.2.1, 0.11.0.0 to 0.11.0.2, and 1.0.0 are affected by a vulnerability that allows authenticated users to execute actions reserved for the Broker through a manually created fetch request, potentially leading to data loss.
Understanding CVE-2018-1288
Apache Kafka vulnerability impacting various versions.
What is CVE-2018-1288?
- Authenticated Kafka users can interfere with data replication by executing Broker-reserved actions through a fetch request.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1288
- Data replication interference can result in data loss.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1288
Apache Kafka vulnerability technical specifics.
Vulnerability Description
- Authenticated users in affected versions can disrupt data replication by performing unauthorized actions.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Apache Kafka versions 0.9.0.0 to 0.9.0.1
- Apache Kafka versions 0.10.0.0 to 0.10.2.1
- Apache Kafka versions 0.11.0.0 to 0.11.0.2
- Apache Kafka version 1.0.0
Exploitation Mechanism
- Authenticated users can exploit the vulnerability by creating a fetch request to execute unauthorized actions.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2018-1288 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Upgrade Apache Kafka to a patched version.
- Monitor and restrict user access to prevent unauthorized actions.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update Apache Kafka to the latest secure versions.
- Implement strong authentication and access control measures.
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches provided by Apache Software Foundation to fix the vulnerability.