CVE-2024-46997
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on DataEase servers by crafting malicious H2 database connection strings. Any organization running DataEase versions before 2.10.1 is affected. The vulnerability enables complete system compromise.
💻 Affected Systems
- DataEase
📦 What is this software?
Dataease by Dataease
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Full system compromise with attacker gaining root/system-level access, data exfiltration, ransomware deployment, and persistent backdoor installation.
Likely Case
Remote code execution leading to data theft, lateral movement within the network, and installation of cryptocurrency miners or other malware.
If Mitigated
Limited impact if proper network segmentation and least privilege principles are implemented, though RCE still poses significant risk.
🎯 Exploit Status
The advisory includes technical details that make exploitation straightforward. Attackers need to craft malicious H2 connection strings.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: 2.10.1
Vendor Advisory: https://github.com/dataease/dataease/security/advisories/GHSA-h7mj-m72h-qm8w
Restart Required: Yes
Instructions:
1. Backup your DataEase configuration and data. 2. Download DataEase v2.10.1 from official repository. 3. Stop the DataEase service. 4. Replace with patched version. 5. Restart the service. 6. Verify functionality.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Disable H2 Database Connections
allTemporarily disable or restrict H2 database connection functionality in DataEase configuration.
Modify DataEase configuration to remove or comment out H2 database connection options
Network Access Control
linuxRestrict network access to DataEase instances using firewall rules.
iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport [DataEase_port] -s [trusted_ips] -j ACCEPT
iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport [DataEase_port] -j DROP
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Isolate DataEase instances in separate network segments with strict firewall rules
- Implement application-level WAF rules to block suspicious H2 connection strings
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check DataEase version via web interface or configuration files. If version is below 2.10.1, the system is vulnerable.Check Version:
Check DataEase web interface admin panel or examine application configuration files for version information.Verify Fix Applied:
Confirm version is 2.10.1 or higher and test H2 connection functionality with safe test strings.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual H2 database connection attempts
- Suspicious command execution patterns in system logs
- Unexpected process creation from DataEase service
Network Indicators:
- Malformed H2 connection strings in HTTP requests
- Outbound connections from DataEase to unexpected destinations
SIEM Query:
source="DataEase" AND ("H2" OR "jdbc:h2:") AND (cmd.exe OR powershell OR bash OR sh)