CVE-2024-45741: Persistent Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) via props.conf on Splunk Enterprise
In Splunk Enterprise versions below 9.2.3 and 9.1.6 and Splunk Cloud Platform versions below 9.2.2403.108 and 9.1.2312.205, a low-privileged user that does not hold the "admin" or "power" Splunk roles could create a malicious payload through a custom configuration file that the "api.uri" parameter from the "/manager/search/apps/local" endpoint in Splunk Web calls. This could result in execution of unauthorized JavaScript code in the browser of a user.
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What is the severity of CVE-2024-45741?
CVE-2024-45741 is classified as a low severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2024-45741?
To fix CVE-2024-45741, upgrade to Splunk Enterprise version 9.2.3 or 9.1.6, or Splunk Cloud Platform version 9.2.2403.108 or 9.1.2312.205.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-45741?
CVE-2024-45741 affects low-privileged users of Splunk Enterprise and Splunk Cloud Platform who do not have admin or power roles.
What exploit is possible with CVE-2024-45741?
CVE-2024-45741 allows a low-privileged user to create a malicious payload through a custom configuration file.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-45741?
CVE-2024-45741 affects Splunk Enterprise versions below 9.2.3 and 9.1.6, and Splunk Cloud Platform versions below 9.2.2403.108 and 9.1.2312.205.