CVE-2024-38856

Known Exploited
Apache OFBiz: Unauthenticated endpoint could allow execution of screen rendering code

Description

Incorrect Authorization vulnerability in Apache OFBiz. This issue affects Apache OFBiz: through 18.12.14. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 18.12.15, which fixes the issue. Unauthenticated endpoints could allow execution of screen rendering code of screens if some preconditions are met (such as when the screen definitions don't explicitly check user's permissions because they rely on the configuration of their endpoints).

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 94.37% Top 5%
KEV Since 
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache OFBiz
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://ofbiz.apache.org/download.html mitigation product
https://ofbiz.apache.org/security.html patch related
https://lists.apache.org/thread/olxxjk6b13sl3wh9cmp0k2dscvp24l7w vendor advisory mailing list
https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/OFBIZ-13128 issue tracking
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/08/04/1 mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-38856?
CVE-2024-38856 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-38856?
To fix CVE-2024-38856, 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-2024-38856 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is confirmed that CVE-2024-38856 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~94% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-38856?
CVE-2024-38856 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache OFBiz.
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