CVE-2024-5168

Improper access control vulnerability in Prodys Quantum Audio codec

Description

Improper access control vulnerability in Prodys' Quantum Audio codec affecting versions 2.3.4t and below. This vulnerability could allow an unauthenticated user to bypass authentication entirely and execute arbitrary API requests against the web application.

Remediation

Solution:

  • The vendor attempted to fix the vulnerability in version 2.3.4t, limiting exploitation to a low-privileged attacker only. Finally, the vulnerability was fully fixed by the manufacturer in version 2.3.4w.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.65%
Affected: Prodys Quantum Audio codec
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.incibe.es/en/incibe-cert/notices/aviso/improper-access-control-vulnerability-prodys-quantum-audio-codec

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-5168?
CVE-2024-5168 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-5168?
To fix CVE-2024-5168: The vendor attempted to fix the vulnerability in version 2.3.4t, limiting exploitation to a low-privileged attacker only. Finally, the vulnerability was fully fixed by the manufacturer in version 2.3.4w.
Is CVE-2024-5168 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-5168 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-2024-5168?
CVE-2024-5168 affects Prodys Quantum Audio codec.
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