CVE-2024-45440

Description

core/authorize.php in Drupal 11.x-dev allows Full Path Disclosure (even when error logging is None) if the value of hash_salt is file_get_contents of a file that does not exist.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 78.24% Top 5%
Vendor Advisory drupal.org
Affected: Drupal Drupal core
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.drupal.org/project/drupal/issues/3457781 vendor advisory
https://senscybersecurity.nl/CVE-2024-45440-Explained/ third party advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/52266

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-45440?
CVE-2024-45440 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-45440?
To fix CVE-2024-45440, 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-2024-45440 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-45440 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~78% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-45440?
CVE-2024-45440 affects Drupal Drupal core.
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