CVE-2024-36451: High severity Webmin ajaxterm vulnerability

Published Jul 10, 2024
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Updated

Improper handling of insufficient permissions or privileges vulnerability exists in ajaxterm module of Webmin prior to 2.003. If this vulnerability is exploited, a console session may be hijacked by an unauthorized user. As a result, data within a system may be referred, a webpage may be altered, or a server may be permanently halted.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Webmin ajaxterm<2.003
Webmin Webmin<2.003

Event History

Jul 10, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:01 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:01 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-36451?

CVE-2024-36451 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access and data manipulation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-36451?

To fix CVE-2024-36451, upgrade the Webmin ajaxterm module to version 2.003 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-36451?

CVE-2024-36451 is classified as an improper handling of insufficient permissions or privileges vulnerability.

4

What can an attacker do if CVE-2024-36451 is exploited?

If exploited, CVE-2024-36451 allows an attacker to hijack a console session and potentially alter webpages or access sensitive data.

5

Which version of Webmin ajaxterm is affected by CVE-2024-36451?

Webmin ajaxterm versions prior to 2.003 are affected by CVE-2024-36451.

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