CVE-2021-39233 : Security Advisory and Response

Apache Ozone versions prior to 1.2.0 are vulnerable to unauthorized Container-related datanode operations. Learn about the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.

Understanding CVE-2021-39233

In Apache Ozone versions before 1.2.0, a security issue allows unauthorized users to perform Container-related datanode operations.

What is CVE-2021-39233?

The vulnerability in Apache Ozone versions < 1.2.0 enables unauthorized access to Container-related Datanode operations by any client.

The Impact of CVE-2021-39233

Unauthorized access to Container-related Datanode operations can lead to security breaches, data tampering, and unauthorized data access.

Technical Details of CVE-2021-39233

In-depth information on the vulnerability and its implications.

Vulnerability Description

Apache Ozone versions before 1.2.0 lack proper authorization for Container-related Datanode requests, allowing any client to call them.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Apache Ozone
Vendor: Apache Software Foundation
Affected Version: 1.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthorized clients can easily access and call Container-related Datanode operations due to the lack of proper authorization.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate the vulnerability and prevent security risks.

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade to Apache Ozone release version 1.2.0 to address the security issue.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement access controls and authentication mechanisms to restrict unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Regularly update Apache Ozone to the latest versions to ensure security patches are applied.