CVE-2024-42194: HCL BigFix Inventory is affected by an access control vulnerability

Published Dec 17, 2024
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Updated

An improper handling of insufficient permissions or privileges affects HCL BigFix Inventory. An attacker having access via a read-only account can possibly change certain configuration parameters by crafting a specific REST API call.

Affected Software

1 affected component
HCL BigFix Inventory

Event History

Dec 17, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:28 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:28 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-42194?

CVE-2024-42194 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized configuration changes.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-42194?

To fix CVE-2024-42194, ensure that proper permissions are configured for REST API access and restrict read-only accounts from making configuration changes.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-42194?

CVE-2024-42194 affects organizations using HCL BigFix Inventory with improperly configured user permissions.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2024-42194 enable?

CVE-2024-42194 enables attackers with read-only access to possibly alter configuration parameters via crafted REST API calls.

5

What systems should be monitored for CVE-2024-42194?

All instances of HCL BigFix Inventory should be monitored for attempts to exploit CVE-2024-42194 through unauthorized API calls.

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