CVE-2023-37941Superset Insecure Deserialization
Apache Superset Deserialization of Untrusted Data vulnerability
Published Sep 6, 2023 · Updated Sep 8, 2026 · Also known as BIT-superset-2023-37941, GHSA-fj4x-m62j-wvwg, PYSEC-2026-1175
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2023-37941 is a medium-severity vulnerability (CVSS 6.6 v3.1) affecting Superset (Apache), Apache Superset (pypi).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Aug 12, 2025. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Apache Superset <=2.1.0, Apache Superset 2.1.1, Superset 2.1.1.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
Scores
CVSS v3.1
6.6
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
35%
Higher than 98.4% of all scored CVEs
Exploit maturity
Weaponized
ATLAS score
50/100
Publication score, see How it works
Exploitation Verdict
KEV listed
Aug 12, 2025
Federal due date
None
No federal due date
Ransomware use
Not reported
Attributed actors
None named
Exploit & Defence Guidance
Exploit maturity
Weaponized
Public exploit code
1
Proof-of-concept links
In-the-wild evidence
1
Reports of active use
Advisories And Exploit References
Description
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.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Aug 12, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
Affected Products
4 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| SupersetApache | >= 1.5.0 | 2.1.0 |
| Apache Supersetpypi | >= 1.5.0 | 2.1.1 |
Patched Releases
Apache Superset
<=2.1.0, 2.1.1
Superset
2.1.1
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Sep 6, 2023
Added to Industry KEV feed
Aug 12, 2025
Last updated
Sep 8, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-502 Deserialization of Untrusted Data
References
- advisorycve.org · CVERecord
- advisorynvd.nist.gov · CVE-2023-37941
- advisoryweb.nvd.nist.gov · vuln
- advisoryGHSA advisory
- advisoryUSOM advisory
FAQ
Common Questions.
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.
Affected: Superset (Apache) versions >= 1.5.0; Apache Superset (pypi) versions >= 1.5.0. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Aug 12, 2025.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Apache Superset <=2.1.0, Apache Superset 2.1.1, Superset 2.1.1.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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