CVE-2024-6238
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.25%
Last modified
CVE-2024-6238 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. pgAdmin <= 8.8 has an installation Directory permission issue. Because of this issue, attackers can gain unauthorised access to the installation directory on the Debian or RHEL 8 platforms.. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
pgAdmin <= 8.8 has an installation Directory permission issue. Because of this issue, attackers can gain unauthorised access to the installation directory on the Debian or RHEL 8 platforms.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pgadmin | Pgadmin 4 | < 8.9 |
References
- https://github.com/pgadmin-org/pgadmin4/issues/7605Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://github.com/pgadmin-org/pgadmin4/issues/7605Issue Tracking, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-6238?
pgAdmin <= 8.8 has an installation Directory permission issue. Because of this issue, attackers can gain unauthorised access to the installation directory on the Debian or RHEL 8 platforms.
How severe is CVE-2024-6238?
CVE-2024-6238 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6238?
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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