CVE-2024-35184: paperless-ngx's remote user auth via header works even when disabling it for API

Published May 15, 2024
·
Updated

Paperless-ngx is a document management system that transforms physical documents into a searchable online archive. Starting in version 2.5.0 and prior to version 2.8.6, remote user authentication allows API access even if API access is explicitly disabled. Version 2.8.6 contains a patchc for the issue.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Paperless-ngx Paperless-ngx>2.5.0<=2.8.6

Event History

May 15, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:29 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Free Weekly Intel

Don't miss critical vulnerabilities

Join thousands of security professionals who receive our weekly digest of trending CVEs, zero-days, and exploited vulnerabilities.

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-35184?

CVE-2024-35184 has been classified with a severity level that indicates a critical risk due to unauthorized API access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-35184?

To remediate CVE-2024-35184, upgrade to Paperless-ngx version 2.8.6 or later.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2024-35184?

CVE-2024-35184 affects Paperless-ngx versions from 2.5.0 to 2.8.5.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-35184?

CVE-2024-35184 is a remote user authentication issue that allows unintended access to API endpoints.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-35184?

The potential impacts of CVE-2024-35184 include unauthorized access to sensitive documents and data exposure.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203