CVE-2024-42186

Name: CVE-2024-42186
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2025-01-23T03:15:08.983+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 2.8/10EPSS 0.08%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-42186 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 2.8/10 on the CVSS scale. BigFix Patch Download Plug-ins are affected by an insecure protocol support. The application can allow improper handling of SSL certificates validation.. EPSS estimates a 0.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

BigFix Patch Download Plug-ins are affected by an insecure protocol support. The application can allow improper handling of SSL certificates validation.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

2.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N

EPSS Probability

0.08%

0.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-295

References

https://support.hcl-software.com/csm?id=kb_article&sysparm_article=KB0118565

Timeline

Published: Jan 23, 2025
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Deferred

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-42186?

BigFix Patch Download Plug-ins are affected by an insecure protocol support. The application can allow improper handling of SSL certificates validation.

How severe is CVE-2024-42186?

CVE-2024-42186 has a CVSS score of 2.8/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-42186?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2024-42186?

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Source: NVD / NIST