CVE-2024-38856: Apache OFBiz Incorrect Authorization Vulnerability

Published Aug 4, 2024
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Updated

Apache OFBiz contains an incorrect authorization vulnerability that could allow remote code execution via a Groovy payload in the context of the OFBiz user process by an unauthenticated attacker.

Other sources

Incorrect Authorization vulnerability in Apache OFBiz.

This issue affects Apache OFBiz: through 18.12.14.

Users are recommended to upgrade to version 18.12.15, which fixes the issue.

Unauthenticated endpoints could allow execution of screen rendering code of screens if some preconditions are met (such as when the screen definitions don't explicitly check user's permissions because they rely on the configuration of their endpoints).

NVD

Affected Software

2 affected components
Apache OFBiz
Apache OFBiz<18.12.15

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Apache OFBiz to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 18.12.15

Event History

Aug 5, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:20 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:20 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Aug 8, 2024
News Published
via BleepingComputer·07:43 PM
News Published
via BleepingComputer·07:44 PM
Aug 27, 2024
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
Aug 31, 2024
News Published
via The Register·06:22 PM
News Published
via The Register·06:26 PM
Sep 5, 2024
News Published
via BleepingComputer·09:33 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-38856?

CVE-2024-38856 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution by an unauthenticated attacker.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-38856?

To fix CVE-2024-38856, upgrade to Apache OFBiz version 18.12.15 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-38856?

CVE-2024-38856 is an incorrect authorization vulnerability that can lead to remote code execution.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2024-38856?

CVE-2024-38856 affects all versions of Apache OFBiz prior to 18.12.15.

5

Can CVE-2024-38856 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-38856 can be exploited remotely by an unauthenticated attacker.

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