CVE-2024-5012: WhatsUp Gold Missing Authentication GetWindowsCredential Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Jun 25, 2024
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Updated

In WhatsUp Gold versions released before 2023.1.3, there is a missing authentication vulnerability in WUGDataAccess.Credentials. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to disclose Windows Credentials stored in the product Credential Library.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Progress WhatsUp Gold<23.1.3

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade WhatsUp Gold to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2023.1.3
  2. Compensating control

    Assume Windows Credentials stored in the WhatsUp Gold Credential Library may be disclosed to unauthenticated attackers; restrict network access to WhatsUp Gold to trusted sources until patched.

Event History

Jun 25, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:10 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-5012?

CVE-2024-5012 has been classified with a high severity rating due to its potential impact on system security.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-5012?

To fix CVE-2024-5012, upgrade to WhatsUp Gold version 2023.1.3 or later, which addresses the missing authentication vulnerability.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-5012?

CVE-2024-5012 is a missing authentication vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to confidential Windows Credentials.

4

What are the risks associated with CVE-2024-5012?

The risks associated with CVE-2024-5012 include potential unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information stored in the Credential Library.

5

Which versions of WhatsUp Gold are affected by CVE-2024-5012?

WhatsUp Gold versions prior to 2023.1.3 are affected by CVE-2024-5012.

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