Apache Spark is the biggest open-source project used for large-scale data processing and machine learning. Companies love it for its fast speed and ease of use. But a security flaw allows an adversary to just add a shell command to the URI to perform an arbitrary shell command execution. Exploit this flaw today using two attack vectors!
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Define the vulnerability, describe its root cause, and communicate its significance to key organizational stakeholders.
- Exploit this vulnerability using publicly available exploit code.
- Execute various mitigation tactics to reduce risk.
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Specialty Areas
- Cyber Operations
- Exploitation Analysis
Feedback
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