CVE-2024-0638

Privilege escalation in mk_oracle plugins

Description

Least privilege violation in the Checkmk agent plugins mk_oracle, mk_oracle.ps1, and mk_oracle_crs before Checkmk 2.3.0b4 (beta), 2.2.0p24, 2.1.0p41 and 2.0.0 (EOL) allows local users to escalate privileges.

Category

8.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.05%
Vendor Advisory checkmk.com
Affected: Checkmk GmbH Checkmk
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://checkmk.com/werk/16232 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-0638?
CVE-2024-0638 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-0638?
To fix CVE-2024-0638, 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-2024-0638 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-0638 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-0638?
CVE-2024-0638 affects Checkmk GmbH Checkmk.
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