CVE-2024-3676

Description

The Proofpoint Encryption endpoint of Proofpoint Enterprise Protection contains an Improper Input Validation vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated remote attacker with a specially crafted HTTP request to create additional Encryption user accounts under the attacker's control.  These accounts are able to send spoofed email to any users within the domains configured by the Administrator.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.19%
Affected: Proofpoint Enterprise Protection
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.proofpoint.com/us/security/security-advisories/pfpt-sa-2024-0002

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-3676?
CVE-2024-3676 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-3676?
To fix CVE-2024-3676, 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-2024-3676 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-3676 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-2024-3676?
CVE-2024-3676 affects Proofpoint Enterprise Protection.
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