CVE-2024-40873: XSS in Secure Access administrative console

Published Jul 25, 2024
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Updated

There is a cross-site scripting vulnerability in the Secure Access administrative console of Absolute Secure Access prior to version 13.07. Attackers with system administrator permissions can interfere with another system administrator’s use of the publishing UI when the administrators are editing the same management object. The scope is unchanged, there is no loss of confidentiality. Impact to system availability is none, impact to system integrity is high.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Absolute Secure Access<13.07

Event History

Jul 25, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:19 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:19 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-40873?

CVE-2024-40873 is classified as a high-severity cross-site scripting vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-40873?

To fix CVE-2024-40873, upgrade to Absolute Secure Access version 13.07 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-40873?

CVE-2024-40873 affects system administrators using versions of Absolute Secure Access prior to 13.07.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-40873?

CVE-2024-40873 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

5

Can attackers exploit CVE-2024-40873 without system administrator permissions?

No, attackers need system administrator permissions to exploit CVE-2024-40873.

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