CVE-2024-42196

HCL Launch is susceptible to Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File vulnerability

Description

HCL Launch stores potentially sensitive information in log files that could be read by a local user with access to HTTP request logs.

Category

6.2
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.02%
Vendor Advisory hcl-software.com
Affected: HCL Software Launch
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.hcl-software.com/csm?id=kb_article&sysparm_article=KB0117910 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-42196?
CVE-2024-42196 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-42196?
To fix CVE-2024-42196, 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-2024-42196 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-42196 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-2024-42196?
CVE-2024-42196 affects HCL Software Launch.
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