CVE-2024-23678: Deserialization of Untrusted Data on Splunk Enterprise for Windows through Path Traversal from Separate Disk Partition
First published: Mon Jan 22 2024(Updated: )
In Splunk Enterprise for Windows versions below 9.0.8 and 9.1.3, Splunk Enterprise does not correctly sanitize path input data. This results in the unsafe deserialization of untrusted data from a separate disk partition on the machine. This vulnerability only affects Splunk Enterprise for Windows.
Credit: prodsec@splunk.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Splunk Splunk | >=9.0.0<9.0.8 | |
| Splunk Splunk | >=9.1.0<9.1.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-23678?
CVE-2024-23678 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unsafe deserialization of untrusted data.
Which versions of Splunk Enterprise are affected by CVE-2024-23678?
CVE-2024-23678 affects Splunk Enterprise for Windows versions below 9.0.8 and 9.1.3.
How do I fix CVE-2024-23678?
To fix CVE-2024-23678, upgrade to Splunk Enterprise versions 9.0.8 or 9.1.3 or later.
What type of attack does CVE-2024-23678 enable?
CVE-2024-23678 enables an attacker to exploit unsafe deserialization, which can potentially compromise the security of the system.
Is CVE-2024-23678 specific to a particular operating system?
Yes, CVE-2024-23678 specifically affects Splunk Enterprise for Windows.
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