CVE-2024-23790: Missing file type check in avatar picture upload

Published Jan 29, 2024
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Updated

Improper Input Validation vulnerability in the upload functionality for user avatars allows functionality misuse due to missing check of filetypes. This issue affects OTRS: from 7.0.X through 7.0.48, from 8.0.X through 8.0.37, from 2023 through 2023.1.1.

Affected Software

2 affected components
OTRS OTRS>=7.0.0<7.0.49
OTRS OTRS>=8.0.0<2024.1.1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade OTRS to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.0.49
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade OTRS to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Patch 2024.1.1

Event History

Jan 29, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:21 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:21 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-23790?

CVE-2024-23790 has been classified with a medium severity level due to improper input validation in the avatar upload functionality.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-23790?

To fix CVE-2024-23790, upgrade OTRS to versions 7.0.49, 8.0.38, or 2024.1.1 to ensure proper checks for file types are implemented.

3

Which OTRS versions are affected by CVE-2024-23790?

CVE-2024-23790 affects OTRS versions from 7.0.0 to 7.0.48, 8.0.0 to 8.0.37, and the 2023 version.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-23790?

CVE-2024-23790 is classified as an improper input validation vulnerability related to user avatar uploads.

5

Can CVE-2024-23790 lead to functionality misuse?

Yes, CVE-2024-23790 can lead to functionality misuse due to the lack of file type checks during the avatar upload process.

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