CVE-2023-49619

Apache Answer: Repeated submissions using scripts resulted in an abnormal number of collections for questions.

Description

Concurrent Execution using Shared Resource with Improper Synchronization ('Race Condition') vulnerability in Apache Answer. This issue affects Apache Answer: through 1.2.0. Under normal circumstances, a user can only bookmark a question once, and will only increase the number of questions bookmarked once. However, repeat submissions through the script can increase the number of collection of the question many times. Users are recommended to upgrade to version [1.2.1], which fixes the issue.

Category

3.1
CVSS
Severity: Low
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.98% Top 25%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache Answer
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://lists.apache.org/thread/nscrl3c7pn68q4j73y3ottql6n5x3hd4 vendor advisory mailing list
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/01/10/1 third party advisory mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-49619?
CVE-2023-49619 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-49619?
To fix CVE-2023-49619, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-49619 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-49619 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-49619?
CVE-2023-49619 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache Answer.
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