CVE-2026-23982
Improper Authorization in Apache Superset Allows Data Access Bypass
Publication date: 2026-02-24
Last updated on: 2026-02-25
Assigner: Apache Software Foundation
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| apache | superset | to 6.0.0 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-863 | The product performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action, but it does not correctly perform the check. |
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How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Users are recommended to upgrade Apache Superset to version 6.0.0, which fixes this improper authorization vulnerability.
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is an Improper Authorization issue in Apache Superset versions before 6.0.0. It allows a low-privileged authenticated user to bypass data access controls by overwriting the SQL query of an existing dataset. Normally, Superset enforces permission checks when creating datasets to prevent unauthorized data queries, but this flaw lets users with permissions to write datasets and read charts circumvent those checks.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized data access by users who should not have permission to query certain datasets. This means sensitive or restricted information could be exposed to low-privileged users, potentially leading to data leaks or misuse of confidential data.