First published: Fri Feb 23 2024(Updated: )
Node.js could allow a local attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system, caused by the failure of setuid() to drop all privileges due to io_uring. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to perform privileged operations.
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Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
redhat/nodejs | <20.11.1 | 20.11.1 |
IBM Cognos Analytics | <=12.0.0-12.0.3 | |
IBM Cognos Analytics | <=11.2.0-11.2.4 FP3 |
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CVE-2024-22017 has a high severity due to its potential to allow local attackers to gain elevated privileges.
To fix CVE-2024-22017, update Node.js to version 20.11.1 or apply the relevant patches for affected IBM Cognos Analytics products.
CVE-2024-22017 affects systems running Node.js versions prior to 20.11.1 and specific versions of IBM Cognos Analytics.
Exploitation of CVE-2024-22017 could lead to unauthorized privileged operations on the affected system.
There is no specific workaround for CVE-2024-22017; the recommended action is to apply the latest patches or updates.