CVE-2024-8445: 389-ds-base: server crash while modifying `userpassword` using malformed input (incomplete fix for cve-2024-2199)
First published: Thu Sep 05 2024(Updated: )
The fix for <a href="https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2024-2199">CVE-2024-2199</a> in 389-ds-base was insufficient to cover all scenarios. in certain product versions, an authenticated user may cause a server crash while modifying `userPassword` using malformed input.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat Directory Server |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-8445?
CVE-2024-8445 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for server crashes under specific conditions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-8445?
To mitigate CVE-2024-8445, update to the latest version of 389-ds-base that includes the necessary patches.
What systems are affected by CVE-2024-8445?
CVE-2024-8445 impacts certain versions of Red Hat 389-ds-base where malformed input can cause server crashes.
What causes CVE-2024-8445?
CVE-2024-8445 is caused by an insufficient fix for CVE-2024-2199, allowing authenticated users to exploit malformed inputs.
Can CVE-2024-8445 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2024-8445 requires authenticated access, thus it cannot be exploited remotely by unauthenticated users.
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