CVE-2024-25420
First published: Tue Mar 26 2024(Updated: )
An issue in Ignite Realtime Openfire v.4.8.0 and before allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges via the admin.authorizedJIDs system property component.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| maven/org.igniterealtime.openfire:xmppserver | <4.8.1 | 4.8.1 |
| Openfire | <=4.9.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.igniterealtime.org/projects/openfire/
- https://github.com/igniterealtime/Openfire/blob/main/xmppserver/src/main/java/org/jivesoftware/openfire/admin/AdminManager.java
- https://www.hackthebox.com/blog/openfire-cves-explained-CVE-2024-25420-CVE-2024-25421
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-25420
- https://www.igniterealtime.org/projects/openfire
- https://github.com/igniterealtime/Openfire/commit/5c022bfa82d71d1710381ab395b100cdbcb8f310
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-5xvc-rwv8-86p7 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-25420?
CVE-2024-25420 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2024-25420?
To mitigate CVE-2024-25420, upgrade to Openfire version 4.8.1 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-25420?
CVE-2024-25420 affects users of Openfire versions 4.8.0 and earlier, as well as 4.9.0 and earlier.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2024-25420?
CVE-2024-25420 allows remote attackers to escalate privileges by manipulating the admin.authorizedJIDs system property.
When was CVE-2024-25420 disclosed?
CVE-2024-25420 was disclosed in 2024, highlighting significant security risks in earlier Openfire versions.
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