CVE-2023-37941

What it is

If an attacker gains write access to the Apache Superset metadata database, they could persist a specifically crafted Python object that may lead to remote code execution on Superset's web backend. The Superset metadata db is an 'internal' component that is typically only accessible directly by the system administrator and the superset process itself. Gaining access to that database should be difficult and require significant privileges. This vulnerability impacts Apache Superset versions 1.5.0 up to and including 2.1.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.1.1 or later.

At a glance

Exploitability

Can be exploited over the network with an admin-level account. High risk of data exposure, data tampering, service disruption.

Exploit odds

35.5% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days (EPSS). Higher than most.

Fix

A patch, advisory or fixed version is referenced. Upgrade or apply it.

Timeline

1. 2023-09-06 14:15 UTC PublishedDisclosed publicly on CVE.org and NVD
2. 2026-06-17 06:08 UTC Last updatedMost recent change to the record

Why it ranks here

• Exploited in the wild: no, CISA does not list it.
• Exploit odds: 35.5% in the next 30 days (EPSS).
• Severity: 6.6 MEDIUM (CVSS).
• Fix: a patch or advisory is linked.

Details

Published

2023-09-06 14:15 UTC

Last modified

2026-06-17 06:08 UTC

Exploit probability

35.5% · EPSS, next 30 days

Weakness

CWE-502 · Unsafe deserialization

Record status

Modified

Affected

• Apache Superset ≤ 2.1.0

Attack profile CVSS 3.1 · 6.6

Attack vector

Network

Complexity

High

Privileges needed

High

User interaction

None

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

High

Integrity

High

Availability

High

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