CVE-2025-54997
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-08-09
Last updated on: 2025-08-13
Assigner: GitHub, Inc.
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| openbao | openbao | to 2.3.2 (inc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-94 | The product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability exists in OpenBao versions 2.3.1 and below, where privileged API operators are supposed to be restricted from executing system code or making network connections. However, these operators can bypass these restrictions by manipulating the audit subsystem's log prefixes, allowing unauthorized code execution and network access that violates the intended security model. The issue is fixed in version 2.3.2.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability allows privileged API operators to bypass security restrictions and execute unauthorized system code and network connections. This can lead to a complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system, potentially allowing attackers to run malicious code and access sensitive data.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability immediately, upgrade OpenBao to version 2.3.2 or later where the issue is fixed. As a workaround, block access to sys/audit/* endpoints using explicit deny policies to prevent exploitation via the audit subsystem, although note that root operators cannot be restricted this way.