CVE-2022-39944: Apache Linkis Remote Code Execution via Deserialization
Summary
CVE-2022-39944: Apache Linkis subject to Remote Code Execution via deserialization. Affects org.apache.linkis:linkis versions < 1.3.0. Fixed in 1.3.0. How to fix ↓
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Background
Apache Linkis is an open-source project that provides a unified big data platform for data processing and analysis. It offers various features such as job scheduling, resource management, and data access. The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-39944 affects Apache Linkis versions up to 1.2.0 when used with the MySQL Connector/J. This vulnerability allows an attacker with write access to a database to exploit a deserialization flaw and potentially execute remote code. The issue arises when a JDBC EC is configured with a MySQL data source and malicious parameters are provided in the JDBC URL.
Vulnerability Detail
The deserialization vulnerability in Apache Linkis allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely if they have write access to a database and can manipulate the JDBC URL parameters. By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker can inject malicious code into the application, leading to various consequences such as unauthorized data access, data manipulation, or even complete system compromise. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.8, indicating a high severity level.
How To Fix
Latest published version: 1.8.0 as of 23 Oct 2026
Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
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1.3.0
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. However, users can follow the recommended fix by upgrading to Apache Linkis version 1.3.0 or later.
Conclusion
The deserialization vulnerability in Apache Linkis can lead to remote code execution if an attacker has write access to a database. Upgrading to Apache Linkis version 1.3.0 or later is recommended to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Apache Linkis is an open-source project that provides a unified big data platform for data processing and analysis. It offers features such as job scheduling, resource management, and data access.
The vulnerability allows an attacker with write access to a database to execute arbitrary code remotely. This can lead to unauthorized data access, data manipulation, or complete system compromise.
To fix this vulnerability, upgrade to Apache Linkis version 1.3.0 or later.
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. Upgrading to the latest version is the recommended solution.
The CVSS score of this vulnerability is 8.8, indicating a high severity level.
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