External risk intelligence

Apache HugeGraph Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

CVE advisoryKnown Exploit

CVE-2024-27348

A remote command execution flaw affects Apache HugeGraph-Server, potentially allowing unauthorized attackers to compromise systems and data. This presents a business risk of system disruption and unauthorized access to sensitive information. Organizations should assess their deployments and apply vendor-recommended upg

3Halo Surface Signal

Apache Hugegraph

1.0.0 to before 1.3.0

External exposure likelihood

Halo Surface Signal score for CVE-2024-27348

Apache HugeGraph is a graph database server. While typically deployed within internal network segments to support data processing, it remains a network-accessible service. Public internet exposure is possible depending on specific deployment architectures, though it is not characteristically designed as an internet-facing edge or gateway service in common deployments.

Horizon Alert

Summary of the vulnerability and why it matters

Apache HugeGraph-Server is vulnerable due to a flaw that allows for remote command execution. This weakness could enable unauthorized attackers to gain control over affected systems. The primary business risk stems from the potential for attackers to compromise data integrity and system availability.

  • Vulnerable: Apache HugeGraph-Server
  • Weakness: Remote command execution flaw
  • Impact: System compromise and data risk

Attack Path

How an attacker could exploit the issue

This vulnerability allows for remote code execution by an unauthenticated attacker. The attack targets a network-accessible Java application, enabling an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the affected system. This could lead to a complete compromise of the targeted server.

  • Network exposure required.
  • Unauthenticated attacker gains access.
  • Trigger action results in command execution.

Live Threat

Current exploitation, exposure, and threat context

A remote command execution vulnerability in Apache HugeGraph-Server presents a significant risk. Threat actors with a moderate skill level could potentially exploit this flaw to gain unauthorized access and execute arbitrary commands. This could lead to data compromise, system disruption, and further network intrusion. Organizations using affected versions should prioritize addressing this vulnerability to mitigate potential business risks.

  • Likely attacker skill level: Moderate.
  • Required access or conditions: Network access.
  • Business risk or urgency: High.

Priority actions

Operational Fix

Recommended remediation, mitigation, and detection steps

A critical remote code execution vulnerability has been identified in Apache HugeGraph-Server. This issue could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary code. Organizations utilizing this software should take immediate steps to identify and mitigate the risk.

  • Identify all deployed HugeGraph-Server instances.
  • Reduce exposure by restricting network access.
  • Upgrade to the recommended version and enable authentication.

Frequently asked questions

What is Apache HugeGraph-Server and its typical use cases?

Apache HugeGraph-Server is a component for managing and querying large graph databases, used for storing, processing, and analyzing complex data relationships in applications like network analysis and fraud detection.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-27348 in Apache HugeGraph-Server?

CVE-2024-27348 is a Remote Command Execution vulnerability (CWE-284), allowing an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the server.

How can CVE-2024-27348 be triggered and what is the scope of impact?

An unauthenticated attacker with network access can trigger this vulnerability, leading to arbitrary command execution on the affected system, potentially resulting in a complete server compromise.

What is the relevance of CVE-2024-27348 according to Halo Surface Signal?

Halo classifies this CVE as external, acknowledging that while HugeGraph is typically internal, network exposure is possible depending on deployment, and it is a network-accessible service.

What are the recommended actions to mitigate CVE-2024-27348?

To mitigate this vulnerability, identify all HugeGraph-Server instances, restrict network access to reduce exposure, and upgrade to version 1.3.0 with Java11 and enable the Auth system.

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