CVE-2024-6717: Nomad Vulnerable to Allocation Directory Path Escape Through Archive Unpacking
First published: Tue Jul 23 2024(Updated: )
HashiCorp Nomad and Nomad Enterprise 1.6.12 up to 1.7.9, and 1.8.1 archive unpacking during migration is vulnerable to path escaping of the allocation directory. This vulnerability, CVE-2024-6717, is fixed in Nomad 1.6.13, 1.7.10, and 1.8.2.
Credit: security@hashicorp.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| HashiCorp Nomad | >=1.6.12<1.7.9<=1.8.1 | |
| HashiCorp Nomad Enterprise | >=1.6.12<1.7.9<=1.8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6717?
CVE-2024-6717 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for path escaping during archive unpacking.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6717?
To fix CVE-2024-6717, upgrade to Nomad version 1.6.13, 1.7.10, or 1.8.2.
What systems are affected by CVE-2024-6717?
CVE-2024-6717 affects HashiCorp Nomad and Nomad Enterprise versions 1.6.12 through 1.7.9 and 1.8.1.
What kind of attack does CVE-2024-6717 enable?
CVE-2024-6717 enables attackers to perform a path escape attack, potentially compromising the allocation directory.
When was CVE-2024-6717 disclosed?
CVE-2024-6717 was disclosed in 2024 and affects certain versions of HashiCorp Nomad.
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