CVE-2024-41890

Apache Answer: The link to reset the user's password will remain valid after sending a new link

Description

Missing Release of Resource after Effective Lifetime vulnerability in Apache Answer. This issue affects Apache Answer: through 1.3.5. User sends multiple password reset emails, each containing a valid link. Within the link's validity period, this could potentially lead to the link being misused or hijacked. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 1.3.6, which fixes the issue.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.82% Top 30%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache Answer
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://lists.apache.org/thread/j7c080xj31x8rvz1pyk2h47rdd9pwbv9 vendor advisory mailing list
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/08/09/4

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-41890?
CVE-2024-41890 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-41890?
To fix CVE-2024-41890, 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-2024-41890 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-41890 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-41890?
CVE-2024-41890 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache Answer.
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