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

Published Apr 18, 2024
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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.

Affected Software

7 affected components
HCL Connections
hcltech Connections=7.0
hcltech Connections=8.0
hcltech Connections=8.0-cumulative_release1
hcltech Connections=8.0-cumulative_release2
hcltech Connections=8.0-cumulative_release3
hcltech Connections=8.0-cumulative_release4

Event History

Apr 18, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:21 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:21 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jul 25, 57797
Event
via NVD·03:16 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-23557?

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

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-23557?

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

3

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.

4

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.

5

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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