CVE-2026-23984
Improper Input Validation in Apache Superset Enables Read-Only Bypass
Publication date: 2026-02-24
Last updated on: 2026-02-26
Assigner: Apache Software Foundation
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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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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is an Improper Input Validation issue in Apache Superset versions before 6.0.0. It allows an authenticated user who has access to SQLLab to bypass the read-only verification check when connected to a PostgreSQL database.
Although the system blocks standard Data Manipulation Language (DML) statements like INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE on read-only connections, it fails to detect these operations if they are embedded within specially crafted SQL statements.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can allow an authenticated user with SQLLab access to perform unauthorized data modification operations on a PostgreSQL database that is supposed to be read-only.
As a result, data integrity could be compromised because users might be able to insert, update, or delete data despite restrictions intended to prevent such actions.
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 the issue.