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6.5

Apache Impala lets logged-in users alter query results

CVE-2018-11785 · published 8 years ago
Summary

In versions of Apache Impala before 3.0.1, a user who has signed in with Kerberos can add unexpected data to a query that is already running. This can cause the query to return incorrect answers, potentially affecting reports or decisions. Upgrade to Impala 3.0.1 or later, or apply the recommended patch, to restore proper permission checks.

What to do
  • Update apache impala to version 3.0.1 or later.
Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
apache impala < 3.0.1
cpe:2.3:a:apache:impala:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Missing authorization check in Apache Impala before 3.0.1 allows a Kerberos-authenticated but unauthorized user to inject random data into a running query, leading to wrong results for a query.
Missing authorization check in Apache Impala before 3.0.1 allows a Kerberos-authenticated but unauthorized user to inject random data into a running query, leading to wrong results for a query.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
6.5 Medium
Exploitation
1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-862Missing Authorization
Timeline
Published24 Oct 2018
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2018-11785 · NVD
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