CVE-2023-32697
Remote Code Execution vulnerability in sqlite-jdbc (Maven)
What is CVE-2023-32697 About?
This vulnerability in sqlite-jdbc allows for Remote Code Execution (RCE) via JDBC URL manipulation. Successful exploitation grants an attacker the ability to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, leading to full system compromise. The exploitability is considered moderate, as it requires specific input to the JDBC URL.
Affected Software
Technical Details
The sqlite-jdbc library (versions 3.6.14.1 through 3.41.2.1) is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution through its JDBC URL processing. An attacker can craft a malicious JDBC URL that, when used by an application, allows for the execution of arbitrary code. This typically involves injecting commands or paths to malicious libraries within the URL string that the sqlite-jdbc driver then improperly interprets or loads, leading to code execution. The specific mechanism for injection and execution within the JDBC URL context is not fully detailed but leverages a flaw in how the driver parses or handles certain elements of the connection string or its parameters.
What is the Impact of CVE-2023-32697?
Successful exploitation may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the server or client system, leading to complete system compromise, data theft, or denial of service.
What is the Exploitability of CVE-2023-32697?
Exploiting this RCE vulnerability involves crafting a malicious JDBC URL. The complexity is moderate, requiring knowledge of how sqlite-jdbc processes its connection strings. Authentication requirements would depend on whether the application using sqlite-jdbc requires authentication to accept or process user-supplied JDBC URLs; if an unauthenticated user can provide a JDBC URL, the impact is greater. Privilege requirements would be those of the application or user running the sqlite-jdbc driver. This is typically a remote attack vector if the application exposes the ability to specify a JDBC URL, but could also be local if an attacker can manipulate configuration files or command-line arguments of a local application. No special conditions are mentioned beyond the specific JDBC URL input. The presence of a proof-of-concept increases the likelihood of attack. Risk factors include applications that allow user-controlled input into database connection strings.
What are the Known Public Exploits?
| PoC Author | Link | Commentary |
|---|---|---|
| shoucheng3 | Link | PoC for CVE-2023-32697 |
What are the Available Fixes for CVE-2023-32697?
Available Upgrade Options
- org.xerial:sqlite-jdbc
- >3.6.14.1, <3.41.2.2 → Upgrade to 3.41.2.2
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Book a demoAdditional Resources
- https://osv.dev/vulnerability/GHSA-6phf-6h5g-97j2
- https://github.com/xerial/sqlite-jdbc/releases/tag/3.41.2.2
- https://github.com/xerial/sqlite-jdbc/security/advisories/GHSA-6phf-6h5g-97j2
- https://github.com/xerial/sqlite-jdbc/releases/tag/3.41.2.2
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-32697
- https://github.com/xerial/sqlite-jdbc/security/advisories/GHSA-6phf-6h5g-97j2
- https://github.com/xerial/sqlite-jdbc
What are Similar Vulnerabilities to CVE-2023-32697?
Similar Vulnerabilities: CVE-2022-21724 , CVE-2021-44228 , CVE-2021-2007 , CVE-2020-1464 , CVE-2022-31627
