CVE-2023-41265
Published: December 7, 2023
Official Description
Qlik Sense contains an HTTP tunneling vulnerability that allows an attacker to escalate privileges and execute HTTP requests on the backend server hosting the software.
CISA KEV Advisory
Qlik Sense HTTP Tunneling Vulnerability
Qlik Sense contains an HTTP tunneling vulnerability that allows an attacker to escalate privileges and execute HTTP requests on the backend server hosting the software.
Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Risk Analysis
This HTTP tunneling vulnerability in Qlik Sense allows an attacker to escalate privileges and execute HTTP requests on the backend server. With an EPSS score of 0.92519 and its inclusion in CISA's KEV, this flaw is highly likely to be exploited and presents a critical risk to Qlik Sense deployments.
This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild and is listed in CISA's KEV, confirming its active use by threat actors. The ability to escalate privileges and execute backend requests remotely makes this a severe threat.
Apply the latest security patches and updates for Qlik Sense to address the HTTP tunneling vulnerability. Implement network segmentation and restrict access to the backend server.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-41265 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-2023-41265 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-2023-41265 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