CVE-2024-46544

Apache Tomcat Connectors: mod_jk: local users can view and modify configuration

Description

Incorrect Default Permissions vulnerability in Apache Tomcat Connectors allows local users to view and modify shared memory containing mod_jk configuration which may lead to information disclosure and/or denial of service. This issue affects Apache Tomcat Connectors: from 1.2.9-beta through 1.2.49. Only mod_jk on Unix like systems is affected. Neither the ISAPI redirector nor mod_jk on Windows is affected. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 1.2.50, which fixes the issue.

Category

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.08%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache Tomcat Connectors
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://lists.apache.org/thread/q1gp7cc38hs1r8gj8gfnopwznd5fpr4d mailing list vendor advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/09/23/1 mailing list third party advisory
https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2024/10/msg00010.html mailing list third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-46544?
CVE-2024-46544 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-46544?
To fix CVE-2024-46544, 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-2024-46544 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-46544 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-2024-46544?
CVE-2024-46544 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache Tomcat Connectors.
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