CVE-2024-27137

Apache Cassandra: unrestricted deserialization of JMX authentication credentials

Description

In Apache Cassandra it is possible for a local attacker without access to the Apache Cassandra process or configuration files to manipulate the RMI registry to perform a man-in-the-middle attack and capture user names and passwords used to access the JMX interface. The attacker can then use these credentials to access the JMX interface and perform unauthorized operations. This is same vulnerability that CVE-2020-13946 was issued for, but the Java option was changed in JDK10. This issue affects Apache Cassandra from 4.0.2 through 5.0.2 running Java 11. Operators are recommended to upgrade to a release equal to or later than 4.0.15, 4.1.8, or 5.0.3 which fixes the issue.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.02%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache Cassandra
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://lists.apache.org/thread/jsk87d9yv8r204mgqpz1qxtp5wcrpysm vendor advisory
https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20250214-0004/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-27137?
CVE-2024-27137 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-27137?
To fix CVE-2024-27137, 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-2024-27137 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-27137 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-2024-27137?
CVE-2024-27137 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache Cassandra.
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