CVE-2024-10086: Consul Vulnerable To Reflected XSS On Content-Type Error Manipulation
First published: Wed Oct 30 2024(Updated: )
A vulnerability was identified in Consul and Consul Enterprise such that the server response did not explicitly set a Content-Type HTTP header, allowing user-provided inputs to be misinterpreted and lead to reflected XSS.
Credit: security@hashicorp.com security@hashicorp.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| go/github.com/hashicorp/consul | >=1.4.1<1.20.0 | 1.20.0 |
| HashiCorp Consul | >=1.4.1<1.15.15 | |
| HashiCorp Consul | >=1.4.1<1.20.0 | |
| HashiCorp Consul | >=1.18.0<1.18.5 | |
| HashiCorp Consul | >=1.19.0<1.19.3 |
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Reference Links
- https://discuss.hashicorp.com/t/hcsec-2024-24-consul-vulnerable-to-reflected-xss-on-content-type-error-manipulation
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-10086
- https://github.com/hashicorp/consul/commit/07fae7bb0be8593cc98c38b1ef4a49ed9188932f
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-99wr-c2px-grmh (Advisory)
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20250110-0006
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20250110-0006/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-10086?
CVE-2024-10086 has been classified with a medium severity due to the potential for reflected XSS attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-10086?
To fix CVE-2024-10086, update your Consul or Consul Enterprise installation to version 1.20.0 or later.
Which versions of Consul are affected by CVE-2024-10086?
CVE-2024-10086 affects Consul versions between 1.4.1 and 1.20.0, along with specific affected versions of Consul Enterprise and Community.
What type of attack is possible with CVE-2024-10086?
CVE-2024-10086 allows for reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks due to improper handling of Content-Type HTTP headers.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-10086 until I can update?
Currently, the best course of action is to apply available updates, as no specific workarounds are suggested for CVE-2024-10086.
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