Denial of Service Vulnerability in Virtuoso Open Source Package
Summary
DEBIAN-CVE-2023-31608: An issue in the artm_div_int component of openlink virtuoso-opensource v7.2.9 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via crafted SQL statements. Affects virtuoso-opensource versions < 7.2.12+dfsg-0.2. Fixed in 7.2.12+dfsg-0.2. How to fix ↓
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Background
Virtuoso Open Source is a versatile database engine that supports RDF, SQL, and various web services. It is widely used for data integration and linked data applications. The package is known for its high performance and scalability, making it a popular choice for developers. However, it has been identified to have a vulnerability in the artm_div_int component, which can be exploited to cause a Denial of Service (DoS).
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability identified as DEBIAN-CVE-2023-31608 is present in the artm_div_int component of the Virtuoso Open Source package version 7.2.9. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by sending crafted SQL statements, leading to a Denial of Service condition. This can disrupt the availability of the database service, affecting applications that rely on it. The vulnerability was introduced in version 0 and can be fixed in version 7.2.12+dfsg-0.2.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
7.2.12+dfsg-0.2
This is the first release that contains the fix.
sudo apt-get install --only-upgrade virtuoso-opensourceTip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the database or implementing input validation to filter out potentially harmful SQL statements until the package is updated.
Conclusion
The Denial of Service vulnerability in the Virtuoso Open Source package poses a significant risk to applications relying on this database engine. It is crucial to update to the latest patched version to mitigate the risk and ensure the continued availability of services.
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FAQ
The vulnerability allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) by sending crafted SQL statements to the Virtuoso Open Source package.
Versions prior to 7.2.12+dfsg-0.2 are affected by this vulnerability.
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Implement input validation and restrict access to the database as a temporary measure until you can apply the update.
Detailed information can be found in the official Debian CVE database at https://storage.googleapis.com/debian-osv/debian-cve-osv/DEBIAN-CVE-2023-31608.json.
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