CVE-2024-23583: HCL BigFix Platform is susceptible to insufficiently protected credentials

Published May 17, 2024
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Updated

An attacker could potentially intercept credentials via the task manager and perform unauthorized access to the Client Deploy Tool on Windows systems.

Affected Software

6 affected components
HCL BigFix Platform
Microsoft Windows
All of the following
Any of the following
hcltech Bigfix Platform>=9.5<9.5.25
hcltech Bigfix Platform>=10<10.0.12
hcltech Bigfix Platform=11.0.1
Microsoft Windows

Event History

May 17, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:06 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:06 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-23583?

CVE-2024-23583 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for credential interception.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-23583?

To mitigate CVE-2024-23583, ensure that your systems are updated to the latest versions and apply any recommended security patches.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2024-23583?

CVE-2024-23583 affects Microsoft Windows and HCL BigFix Platform installations.

4

Can CVE-2024-23583 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2024-23583 requires local access to the system, making remote exploitation unlikely.

5

What type of attack is CVE-2024-23583 related to?

CVE-2024-23583 is related to credential interception attacks that can lead to unauthorized access.

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