CVE-2023-36496: Delegated Admin Virtual Attribute Provider Privilege Escalation
First published: Thu Feb 01 2024(Updated: )
Delegated Admin Privilege virtual attribute provider plugin, when enabled, allows an authenticated user to elevate their permissions in the Directory Server.
Credit: responsible-disclosure@pingidentity.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| PingDirectory | >=8.3.0.0<=8.3.0.8 | |
| PingDirectory | >=9.0.0.0<=9.0.0.5 | |
| PingDirectory | >=9.1.0.0<=9.1.0.2 | |
| PingDirectory | =9.2.0.0 | |
| PingDirectory | =9.2.0.1 | |
| PingDirectory | =9.3.0.0 | |
| PingDirectory | =9.3.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-36496?
CVE-2023-36496 is categorized as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow authenticated users to elevate permissions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-36496?
To mitigate CVE-2023-36496, upgrade PingDirectory to a version that is not vulnerable.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-36496?
CVE-2023-36496 affects multiple versions of PingDirectory, specifically from 8.3.0.0 to 9.3.0.1.
Who can exploit CVE-2023-36496?
CVE-2023-36496 can be exploited by any authenticated user with access to the Directory Server.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2023-36496?
Exploiting CVE-2023-36496 allows unauthorized privilege escalation, potentially leading to severe security breaches.
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