CVE-2024-38371

Insufficient access control for OAuth2 Device Code flow in authentik

Description

authentik is an open-source Identity Provider. Access restrictions assigned to an application were not checked when using the OAuth2 Device code flow. This could potentially allow users without the correct authorization to get OAuth tokens for an application and access it. This issue has been patched in version(s) 2024.6.0, 2024.2.4 and 2024.4.3.

Category

8.6
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.24%
Affected: goauthentik authentik
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-38371?
CVE-2024-38371 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-38371?
To fix CVE-2024-38371, 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-2024-38371 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-38371 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-2024-38371?
CVE-2024-38371 affects goauthentik authentik.
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