CVE-2024-36042
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.94%
Last modified
CVE-2024-36042 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Silverpeas before 6.3.5 allows authentication bypass by omitting the Password field to AuthenticationServlet, often providing an unauthenticated user with superadmin access.. EPSS estimates a 0.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Silverpeas before 6.3.5 allows authentication bypass by omitting the Password field to AuthenticationServlet, often providing an unauthenticated user with superadmin access.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Silverpeas | Silverpeas | < 6.3.5 |
References
- https://silverpeas.org/Product
- https://silverpeas.org/Product
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-36042?
Silverpeas before 6.3.5 allows authentication bypass by omitting the Password field to AuthenticationServlet, often providing an unauthenticated user with superadmin access.
How severe is CVE-2024-36042?
CVE-2024-36042 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-36042?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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