Parquet Panic: CVE-2025-30065 Puts Data Pipelines in Peril!
Apache Parquet’s Java Library has a security vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0, allowing remote code execution. To exploit it, attackers need a malicious Parquet file. The flaw impacts versions up to 1.15.0 and is fixed in 1.15.1. Meanwhile, Apache projects continue to be prime targets for cyber threats.
Hot Take:
Well, folks, it seems that Apache Parquet just threw a house party and accidentally invited every hacker with a penchant for popping confetti-filled code exploits. With a CVSS score of 10.0, this bug is basically the Beyoncé of vulnerabilities—flawlessly grabbing everyone’s attention and demanding immediate action. Let’s hope the new version 1.15.1 can stop this dance party of doom before anyone gets hurt.
Key Points:
- A critical vulnerability (CVE-2025-30065) exists in Apache Parquet’s Java Library, allowing remote code execution.
- The flaw impacts all versions up to 1.15.0 and has been patched in version 1.15.1.
- Exploitation requires tricking systems into reading a specially crafted Parquet file.
- A similar Apache Tomcat vulnerability was exploited within 30 hours of disclosure.
- The new attack campaign targets servers for cryptocurrency mining, using easy-to-guess credentials.
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