CVE-2024-45461: Apache CloudStack Quota plugin: Access checks not enforced in Quota
The CloudStack Quota feature allows cloud administrators to implement a quota or usage limit system for cloud resources, and is disabled by default. In environments where the feature is enabled, due to missing access check enforcements, non-administrative CloudStack user accounts are able to access and modify quota-related configurations and data. This issue affects Apache CloudStack from 4.7.0 through 4.18.2.3; and from 4.19.0.0 through 4.19.1.1, where the Quota feature is enabled.
Users are recommended to upgrade to Apache CloudStack 4.18.2.4 or 4.19.1.2, or later, which addresses this issue. Alternatively, users that do not use the Quota feature are advised to disabled the plugin by setting the global setting "quota.enable.service" to "false".
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-45461?
CVE-2024-45461 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on user permissions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-45461?
To mitigate CVE-2024-45461, ensure that the quota feature is disabled unless necessary, and regularly verify user permissions and access controls.
Which versions of Apache CloudStack are affected by CVE-2024-45461?
CVE-2024-45461 affects Apache CloudStack versions from 4.7.0 to 4.18.2.4 and 4.19.0.0 to 4.19.1.2.
Can non-administrative users exploit CVE-2024-45461?
Yes, non-administrative users can exploit CVE-2024-45461 due to the missing access check enforcements when the quota feature is enabled.
Is it safe to enable the quota feature in CloudStack after the CVE-2024-45461 update?
It is not recommended to enable the quota feature in CloudStack without implementing the necessary access checks and permissions verification post-update.