CVE-2024-42194

HCL BigFix Inventory is affected by an access control vulnerability

Description

An improper handling of insufficient permissions or privileges affects HCL BigFix Inventory. An attacker having access via a read-only account can possibly change certain configuration parameters by crafting a specific REST API call.

Category

3.1
CVSS
Severity: Low
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.02%
Affected: HCL Software BigFix Inventory
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://https://support.hcl-software.com/csm?id=kb_article&sysparm_article=KB0118212

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-42194?
CVE-2024-42194 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-42194?
To fix CVE-2024-42194, 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-2024-42194 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-42194 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-2024-42194?
CVE-2024-42194 affects HCL Software BigFix Inventory.
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