CVE-2023-39265
MediumExploitedPublic exploitApache Superset Improper Input Validation vulnerability
Published Sep 6, 2023 · Updated Sep 8, 2026 · Also known as BIT-superset-2023-39265, GHSA-fm4q-j8g4-c9j4, PYSEC-2026-1177
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2023-39265 is a medium-severity vulnerability (CVSS 6.5 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 86% 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.
CVSS v3.1
6.5
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
86%
Higher than 99.7% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Apache Superset would allow for SQLite database connections to be incorrectly registered when an attacker uses alternative driver names like sqlite+pysqlite or by using database imports. This could allow for unexpected file creation on Superset webservers. Additionally, if Apache Superset is using a SQLite database for its metadata (not advised for production use) it could result in more severe vulnerabilities related to confidentiality and integrity. This vulnerability exists in Apache Superset versions up to and including 2.1.0.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Aug 12, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
4 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| SupersetApache | See advisory | 2.1.0 |
| Apache Supersetpypi | See advisory | 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-20 Improper Input Validation
References
- advisoryGHSA advisory
- advisoryhttps://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/tree/main/cves/2023/39xxx/CVE-2023-39265.json
- advisoryhttps://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-39265
- advisoryhttps://web.nvd.nist.gov/view/vuln/detail?vulnId=CVE-2023-32672
- advisoryhttps://web.nvd.nist.gov/view/vuln/detail?vulnId=CVE-2023-36387
FAQ
Common Questions.
Apache Superset would allow for SQLite database connections to be incorrectly registered when an attacker uses alternative driver names like sqlite+pysqlite or by using database imports.
Affected: Superset (Apache); Apache Superset (pypi). 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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