CVE-2024-28833

Missing brute-force protection for two factor authentication

Description

Improper restriction of excessive authentication attempts with two factor authentication methods in Checkmk 2.3 before 2.3.0p6 facilitates brute-forcing of second factor mechanisms.

Category

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.09%
Vendor Advisory checkmk.com
Affected: Checkmk GmbH Checkmk
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://checkmk.com/werk/16830 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-28833?
CVE-2024-28833 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-28833?
To fix CVE-2024-28833, 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-2024-28833 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-28833 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-2024-28833?
CVE-2024-28833 affects Checkmk GmbH Checkmk.
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