CVE-2024-47183: parse-server Access Control Flaw — Fix

Description

Parse Server is an open source backend that can be deployed to any infrastructure that can run Node.js. If the Parse Server option allowCustomObjectId: true is set, an attacker that is allowed to create a new user can set a custom object ID for that new user that exploits the vulnerability and acquires privileges of a specific role. This vulnerability is fixed in 6.5.9 and 7.3.0.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

8.1

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-285 CWE-285

CWE-863 Incorrect Authorization

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
parseplatform	parse-server	< 6.5.9
parseplatform	parse-server	7.0.0 — 7.3.0

References

Advisories & Patches

https://github.com/parse-community/parse-server/commit/13ee52f0d19ef3a3524b3d79aea100e587eb3cfc https://github.com/parse-community/parse-server/commit/1bfbccf9ee7ea77533b2b2aa7c4c69f3bd35e66f https://github.com/parse-community/parse-server/pull/9317 https://github.com/parse-community/parse-server/pull/9318 https://github.com/parse-community/parse-server/security/advisories/GHSA-8xq9-g7ch-35hg

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-47183? +

Parse Server is an open source backend that can be deployed to any infrastructure that can run Node.js. If the Parse Server option allowCustomObjectId: true is set, an attacker that is allowed to create a new user can set a custom object ID for that new user that exploits the vulnerability and acquires privileges of a specific role. This vulnerability is fixed in 6.5.9 and 7.3.0. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.1 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2024-47183? +

CVE-2024-47183 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 8.1 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-47183? +

CVE-2024-47183 affects products from parseplatform, specifically: parse-server. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-47183? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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