https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2024/q3/288: CVE-2024-40761: Apache Answer: Avatar URL leaked user email addsses

Published Sep 27, 2024
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Updated

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache Answer<=1.3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-40761?

CVE-2024-40761 has been assigned a medium severity rating due to the potential exposure of user email addresses.

2

How does CVE-2024-40761 affect user privacy?

CVE-2024-40761 can lead to the unintentional disclosure of user email addresses through leaked Avatar URLs.

3

How do I fix CVE-2024-40761?

To fix CVE-2024-40761, users should update their Apache Answer software to the latest version that addresses the vulnerability.

4

Is CVE-2024-40761 being actively exploited?

As of now, there are no reported active exploits for CVE-2024-40761, but it is advisable to patch to mitigate risks.

5

What versions of Apache Answer are affected by CVE-2024-40761?

CVE-2024-40761 affects specific versions of Apache Answer prior to the patch release on September 27, 2024.

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