CVE-2024-8651

Netcat CMS: user enumeration

Description

A vulnerability in NetCat CMS allows an attacker to send a specially crafted http request that can be used to check whether a user exists in the system, which could be a basis for further attacks. This issue affects NetCat CMS v. 6.4.0.24126.2 and possibly others. Apply patch from vendor https://netcat.ru/ https://netcat.ru/] . Versions 6.4.0.24248 and on have the patch.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Apply patch from vendor https://netcat.ru/ https://netcat.ru/] . Versions 6.4.0.24248 and on have the patch.

Categories

6.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 4.0 •
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.27%
Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: NetCat NetCat CMS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8651?
CVE-2024-8651 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-8651?
To fix CVE-2024-8651: Apply patch from vendor https://netcat.ru/ https://netcat.ru/] . Versions 6.4.0.24248 and on have the patch.
Is CVE-2024-8651 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-8651 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-2024-8651?
CVE-2024-8651 affects NetCat NetCat CMS.
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