CVE-2020-1937 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Apache Kylin allows for SQL injection via its restful APIs, potentially enabling malicious database queries.

Understanding CVE-2020-1937

An overview of the SQL injection vulnerability in Apache Kylin.

What is CVE-2020-1937?

Apache Kylin's restful APIs can be manipulated to execute unauthorized SQL queries.

The Impact of CVE-2020-1937

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run malicious database queries within Kylin.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-1937

Insight into the specifics of this CVE.

Vulnerability Description

Kylin concatenates SQLs with user input, facilitating SQL injection attacks.

Affected Systems and Versions

Apache Kylin versions 2.3.0 to 2.3.2, 2.4.0 to 2.4.1, 2.5.0 to 2.5.2, 2.6.0 to 2.6.4, 3.0.0-alpha, 3.0.0-alpha2, 3.0.0-beta, 3.0.0 are affected.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit the restful APIs in Apache Kylin to inject and execute unauthorized SQL commands.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent security risks.

Immediate Steps to Take

Patch Apache Kylin to the latest version to mitigate the SQL injection vulnerability.
Monitor and filter user inputs to prevent malicious SQL queries.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch Apache Kylin to address potential security vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and apply patches promptly to maintain a secure environment.