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5.3
Apache NiFi can be tricked into unauthorized Salesforce access
published 4 days ago
Summary
The NiFi data‑flow tool, when using its Salesforce connector, can be fooled by specially crafted data to bypass normal access checks. This could let an attacker view or modify information without permission. Apply the latest NiFi updates and review the Salesforce connector configuration to protect against this risk.
What to do
- Update cleanstart apache-nifi to version 2.9.0-r3.
- Update cleanstart apache-nifi to version 2.9.0-r5.
Affected software
| Ecosystem | Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|---|
| CleanStart | cleanstart | apache-nifi |
< 2.9.0-r3 < 2.9.0-r5 Fix: upgrade to 2.9.0-r3
|
Original advisory text
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Output Used by a Downstream Component ('Injection'), Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key vulnerability in Apache Camel Salesforce Component
Security vulnerability affects the apache-nifi package. Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Output Used by a Downstream Component ('Injection'), Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key vulnerability in Apache Camel Salesforce Component.
Internet-facing
14 days
Internal
60 days
- Not known to be exploited
- Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
- Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Timeline
Published31 Oct 2026
Updated31 Oct 2026
First seen31 Oct 2026
Sources
CLEANSTART-2026-ER64733 · OSV
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