CVE-2019-7609
Published: January 10, 2022
Official Description
Kibana contain an arbitrary code execution flaw in the Timelion visualizer.
CISA KEV Advisory
Kibana Arbitrary Code Execution
Kibana contain an arbitrary code execution flaw in the Timelion visualizer.
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Risk Analysis
Kibana contains an arbitrary code execution flaw within its Timelion visualizer, which poses a significant security risk. The high EPSS score and confirmed exploitation indicate that this vulnerability is actively being targeted. Successful exploitation could lead to full control over the Kibana instance.
This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild and is included in CISA's KEV catalog, confirming its use by threat actors. The flaw in the Timelion visualizer suggests it can be triggered remotely through crafted input.
Administrators should immediately update Kibana to a patched version to address the arbitrary code execution flaw in the Timelion visualizer. Restricting access to the Timelion visualizer and implementing strong input validation can also help.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2019-7609 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2019-7609 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2019-7609 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1