CVE-2024-39848: Critical severity grouper vulnerability

Published Jun 29, 2024
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Updated

Internet2 Grouper before 5.6 allows authentication bypass when LDAP authentication is used in certain ways. This is related to internet2.middleware.grouper.ws.security.WsGrouperLdapAuthentication and the use of the UyY29r password for the M3vwHr account. This also affects "Grouper for Web Services" before 4.13.1.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Internet2 Grouper<5.6
Internet2 Grouper for Web Services<4.13.1

Event History

Jun 29, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-39848?

CVE-2024-39848 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for authentication bypass.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-39848?

To fix CVE-2024-39848, upgrade Internet2 Grouper to version 5.6 or later and ensure proper LDAP authentication configurations.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2024-39848?

CVE-2024-39848 affects Internet2 Grouper versions prior to 5.6 and Internet2 Grouper for Web Services versions prior to 4.13.1.

4

What types of authentication are impacted by CVE-2024-39848?

CVE-2024-39848 specifically impacts LDAP authentication mechanisms used in Internet2 Grouper configurations.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-39848?

Currently, the recommended solution for CVE-2024-39848 is to apply the necessary software upgrades rather than relying on workarounds.

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