CVE-2024-50306: Apache Traffic Server: Server process can fail to drop privilege

Published Nov 14, 2024
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Updated

Unchecked return value can allow Apache Traffic Server to retain privileges on startup.

This issue affects Apache Traffic Server: from 9.2.0 through 9.2.5, from 10.0.0 through 10.0.1.

Users are recommended to upgrade to version 9.2.6 or 10.0.2, which fixes the issue.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Apache Traffic Server>=9.2.0<=9.2.5, >=10.0.0<=10.0.1
Apache Traffic Server>=9.0.0<9.2.6
Apache Traffic Server>=10.0.0<10.0.2

Event History

Nov 14, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:55 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:55 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-50306?

CVE-2024-50306 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability affecting Apache Traffic Server.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-50306?

To fix CVE-2024-50306, users should upgrade to Apache Traffic Server version 9.2.6 or 10.0.2.

3

Which versions of Apache Traffic Server are affected by CVE-2024-50306?

CVE-2024-50306 affects Apache Traffic Server versions from 9.2.0 to 9.2.5 and from 10.0.0 to 10.0.1.

4

What specific issue does CVE-2024-50306 address?

CVE-2024-50306 addresses an unchecked return value that allows Apache Traffic Server to retain elevated privileges on startup.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-50306 if I cannot upgrade?

Currently, there is no publicly available workaround for CVE-2024-50306, so upgrading is strongly recommended.

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