QID 982914

QID 982914: Java (maven) Security Update for org.elasticsearch:elasticsearch (GHSA-5fvx-2jj3-6mff)

Elasticsearch versions 7.7.0 to 7.10.1 contain an information disclosure flaw in the async search API. Users who execute an async search will improperly store the HTTP headers. An Elasticsearch user with the ability to read the .tasks index could obtain sensitive request headers of other users in the cluster. This issue is fixed in Elasticsearch 7.10.2

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the targeted user.

  • CVSS V3 rated as Medium - 4.8 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Low - 2.1 severity.
  • Solution
    Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-5fvx-2jj3-6mff for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 982914

    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-5fvx-2jj3-6mff org.elasticsearch:elasticsearch URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-5fvx-2jj3-6mff