CVE-2024-29198

GeoServer Vulnerable to Unauthenticated SSRF via TestWfsPost

Description

GeoServer is an open source software server written in Java that allows users to share and edit geospatial data. It possible to achieve Service Side Request Forgery (SSRF) via the Demo request endpoint if Proxy Base URL has not been set. Upgrading to GeoServer 2.24.4, or 2.25.2, removes the TestWfsPost servlet resolving this issue.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: geoserver geoserver
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References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-29198?
CVE-2024-29198 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-29198?
To fix CVE-2024-29198, 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-2024-29198 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-29198 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-2024-29198?
CVE-2024-29198 affects geoserver geoserver.
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