CVE-2024-12862: REST API allows users without permissions to remove external collaborators

Published Apr 21, 2025
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Updated

Incorrect Authorization vulnerability in the OpenText Content Server REST API on Windows, Linux allows users without the appropriate permissions to remove external collaborators.This issue affects Content Server: 20.2-24.4.

Affected Software

1 affected component
OpenText Content Server>=20.2<=24.4

Event History

Apr 21, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:22 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:22 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-12862?

CVE-2024-12862 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to incorrect authorization allowing unauthorized actions in the OpenText Content Server.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-12862?

To fix CVE-2024-12862, ensure you update your OpenText Content Server to the latest version beyond 24.4.

3

What versions of OpenText Content Server are affected by CVE-2024-12862?

CVE-2024-12862 affects OpenText Content Server versions 20.2 through 24.4.

4

What kind of issue does CVE-2024-12862 represent?

CVE-2024-12862 represents an incorrect authorization vulnerability that allows users to remove external collaborators without proper permissions.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-12862?

Currently, there are no official workarounds for CVE-2024-12862, and updating to a fixed version is recommended.

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