CVE-2025-65995: Apache Airflow - Disclosure of Secrets to UI via kwargs
Summary
CVE-2025-65995: Apache Airflow: Disclosure of secrets to UI via kwargs. Affects airflow across 2 version ranges.
< 2.11.1
>= 3.0.0, < 3.1.4
Fixed in 2.11.1 or 3.1.4, depending on the release line you run. How to fix ↓
Also tracked for
- apache-airflow · PyPI
- apache-airflow · PyPI
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Background
Apache Airflow is an open-source platform designed to programmatically author, schedule, and monitor workflows. It allows users to define complex data pipelines using Directed Acyclic Graphs (DAGs). Airflow's extensibility and user-friendly interface make it a popular choice among data engineers and scientists. However, like any software, it is susceptible to vulnerabilities that can compromise sensitive information.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability arises when a Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) fails during parsing, leading to the inclusion of full keyword arguments (kwargs) in the error-reporting UI. If these kwargs contain sensitive information, such as secrets or credentials, they could be exposed to authenticated users who have permission to view the affected DAG. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, potentially compromising the security of the entire system.
How To Fix
Fixed versions by release line
The minimum fixed version depends on the release line you run.
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< 2.11.12.11.1 -
>= 3.0.0, < 3.1.43.1.4
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, users can avoid passing sensitive information in the kwargs of operators until they are able to upgrade to the patched versions. Additionally, reviewing and limiting user permissions for viewing DAGs can help mitigate the risk of exposure.
Conclusion
The CVE-2025-65995 vulnerability in Apache Airflow poses a significant risk by potentially exposing sensitive information through the UI. Users are strongly advised to upgrade to the latest patched versions to mitigate this risk. Implementing best practices for handling sensitive data and user permissions can further enhance security.
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FAQ
CVE-2025-65995 is a vulnerability in Apache Airflow that allows for the disclosure of sensitive information through the UI when a DAG fails during parsing.
Any user of Apache Airflow versions prior to 2.11.1 and 3.1.4 who has permission to view DAGs may be affected by this vulnerability.
You can use the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without requiring any signup.
If immediate upgrading is not possible, consider reviewing and limiting user permissions for viewing DAGs and avoid passing sensitive information in kwargs.
More information can be found in the official Apache Airflow documentation and the vulnerability database at https://github.com/bitnami/vulndb.
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