CVE-2024-6156
LOWCVSS 3.8/10EPSS 0.15%
Last modified
CVE-2024-6156 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Mark Laing discovered that LXD's PKI mode, until version 5.21.2, could be bypassed if the client's certificate was present in the trust store.. EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Mark Laing discovered that LXD's PKI mode, until version 5.21.2, could be bypassed if the client's certificate was present in the trust store.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Canonical | Lxd | >= 4.0.0, < 4.0.10 |
| Canonical | Lxd | >= 5.0.0, < 5.0.4 |
| Canonical | Lxd | >= 5.1, < 5.21.2 |
References
- https://github.com/canonical/lxd/security/advisories/GHSA-4c49-9fpc-hc3vExploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2024-6156Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-6156?
Mark Laing discovered that LXD's PKI mode, until version 5.21.2, could be bypassed if the client's certificate was present in the trust store.
How severe is CVE-2024-6156?
CVE-2024-6156 has a CVSS score of 3.8/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6156?
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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