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Hackers Exploit Ray Framework Flaw

March 27, 2024
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Hackers Exploit Ray Framework Flaw

A recent hacking campaign dubbed “ShadowRay” has targeted a vulnerability in the Ray open-source AI framework, posing a significant threat to thousands of companies. Initiated by hackers exploiting an unpatched flaw, the campaign aims to breach servers and hijack computing resources, posing severe risks to organizations across various sectors. Despite the framework’s popularity, boasting over 30,500 stars on GitHub and adoption by major companies like Amazon and Netflix, its lack of authentication in certain deployments has rendered it susceptible to exploitation by cybercriminals.

The vulnerability, known as CVE-2023-48022, remains unresolved, as it was deemed a long-standing design decision by the developers, with authentication slated for inclusion in future releases. However, this oversight has allowed attackers to exploit the flaw in unsecured environments, compromising hundreds of publicly exposed Ray servers. These breaches grant hackers access to sensitive data, including AI models, production database credentials, and cloud environment tokens, posing significant risks to affected organizations’ security and operations.

In some instances, attackers have leveraged their access to powerful hardware within compromised environments for cryptocurrency mining activities, amplifying the financial repercussions of the breaches. Furthermore, the exploitation of the Ray framework flaw extends beyond data theft, with attackers utilizing reverse shells to establish persistence and execute arbitrary code. Additionally, attempts to escalate privileges on compromised machines using undetected open-source scripts highlight the sophistication of the cyberattacks and the challenges faced by organizations in defending against such threats.

As security firm Oligo underscores, the disputed nature of CVE-2023-48022 has led to a lack of awareness among many development teams, exacerbating the vulnerability’s impact. The ongoing ShadowRay campaign serves as a stark reminder of the evolving landscape of cyber threats and the critical importance of robust security measures in safeguarding against exploitation. With the potential for breaches and significant losses, organizations utilizing the Ray framework must remain vigilant and proactive in addressing security vulnerabilities to mitigate the risks posed by cyberattacks.

Reference:
  • Ray Framework Exposes Thousands of Companies to Cyberattacks

Tags: AICVE-2023-48022Cyber AlertCyber Alerts 2024Cyber RiskCyber threatCybersecurityMarch 2024open sourceRayShadowRay
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