CVE-2024-23538

Apache Fineract: Under certain system configurations, the sqlSearch parameter was vulnerable to SQL injection attacks, potentially allowing attackers to manipulate database queries.

Description

Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in Apache Fineract.This issue affects Apache Fineract: <1.8.5. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 1.8.5 or 1.9.0, which fix the issue.

Category

9.9
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.14%
Vendor Advisory apache.org Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache Fineract
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://cwiki.apache.org/confluence/display/FINERACT/Apache+Fineract+Security+Report vendor advisory
https://lists.apache.org/thread/by32w2dylzgbqm5940x3wj7519wolqxs vendor advisory mailing list
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/03/29/2 mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-23538?
CVE-2024-23538 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-23538?
To fix CVE-2024-23538, 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-2024-23538 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-23538 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-2024-23538?
CVE-2024-23538 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache Fineract.
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