CVE-2024-8042: Rapid7 Insight Platform Unauthorized Empty Group Creation

Published Sep 9, 2024
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Updated

Rapid7 Insight Platform versions between November 2019 and August 14, 2024 suffer from missing authorization issues whereby an attacker can intercept local requests to set the name and description of a new user group. This could potentially lead to an empty user group being added to the incorrect customer. This vulnerability is remediated as of August 14, 2024.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Rapid7 Insight Platform>=2019-11-01<2024-08-14

Event History

Sep 9, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:02 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:02 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Jul 4, 56726
Event
via FIRST·01:17 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8042?

CVE-2024-8042 is identified as a low-severity vulnerability due to its impact on unauthorized user group creation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-8042?

To mitigate CVE-2024-8042, upgrade Rapid7 Insight Platform to a version released after August 14, 2024.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2024-8042?

CVE-2024-8042 affects Rapid7 Insight Platform versions between November 2019 and August 14, 2024.

4

What potential risks does CVE-2024-8042 pose?

CVE-2024-8042 could allow attackers to create empty user groups, leading to unauthorized access and management rights.

5

Is CVE-2024-8042 related to user permissions?

Yes, CVE-2024-8042 is directly related to missing authorization for user group management in the Rapid7 Insight Platform.

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