CVE-2023-37524: HCL Traveler for Microsoft Outlook (HTMO) is susceptible to vulnerabilities due to .NET Framework 4.5 being out of service
HCL Traveler for Microsoft Outlook (HTMO) is susceptible to vulnerabilities due to .NET Framework 4.5 being out of service. Since .NET Framework 4.5 has reached end-of-life and no longer receives security updates, it may expose the application to publicly known security weaknesses through vulnerable third-party components.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Configuration
Replace/upgrade the application’s dependency on .NET Framework 4.5 (which has reached end-of-life and no longer receives security updates) so it no longer relies on the out-of-service framework.
.NET Framework 4.5 security updates availability (EOL status) = out of service
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-37524?
CVE-2023-37524 has a severity rating of high, specifically 7.7 on the CVSS scale.
How do I fix CVE-2023-37524?
To mitigate CVE-2023-37524, upgrade to a version of HCL Traveler for Microsoft Outlook that uses a supported version of the .NET Framework.
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2023-37524 expose?
CVE-2023-37524 exposes HCL Traveler for Microsoft Outlook to publicly known security weaknesses due to the use of the out-of-service .NET Framework 4.5.
Which software is affected by CVE-2023-37524?
CVE-2023-37524 affects HCL Traveler for Microsoft Outlook (HTMO) that relies on the .NET Framework 4.5.
Why is .NET Framework 4.5 a concern for CVE-2023-37524?
.NET Framework 4.5 is a concern for CVE-2023-37524 because it has reached end-of-life and no longer receives security updates, increasing the risk of exploitation.