3.5
CWE
200
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-23557: HCL Connections is vulnerable to a user enumeration vulnerability

First published: Thu Apr 18 2024(Updated: )

HCL Connections contains a user enumeration vulnerability. Certain actions could allow an attacker to determine if the user is valid or not, leading to a possible brute force attack.

Credit: psirt@hcl.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Connections

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-23557?

    CVE-2024-23557 is a medium severity vulnerability that allows user enumeration in HCL Connections.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-23557?

    To mitigate CVE-2024-23557, implement access control measures and restrict user enumeration techniques within HCL Connections.

  • What impact does CVE-2024-23557 have on HCL Connections?

    CVE-2024-23557 can potentially lead to brute force attacks due to the ability to verify valid user accounts.

  • Is there a patch available for CVE-2024-23557?

    Check with HCL for any patches or updates that address CVE-2024-23557 in HCL Connections.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-23557?

    All users and administrators of HCL Connections may be affected by CVE-2024-23557 due to its user enumeration capabilities.

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