CVE-2024-6895: Insecure Account Profile Management
Insufficient authentication in user account management in Yugabyte Platform allows local network attackers with a compromised user session to change critical security information without re-authentication. An attacker with user session and access to application can modify settings such as password and email without being prompted for the current password, enabling account takeover.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6895?
CVE-2024-6895 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on security configurations in Yugabyte Platform.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6895?
To fix CVE-2024-6895, ensure users are required to re-authenticate when changing critical security settings.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-6895?
CVE-2024-6895 affects users of the Yugabyte Platform who have local network access and a compromised user session.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-6895?
CVE-2024-6895 is an insufficient authentication vulnerability in user account management within Yugabyte Platform.
What can attackers do with CVE-2024-6895?
Attackers can change critical security settings without re-authentication if they have access to a compromised user session.