https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2024/q3/288: CVE-2024-40761: Apache Answer: Avatar URL leaked user email addsses
Published Sep 27, 2024
·Updated
Affected Software
1 affected component
Apache Answer<=1.3.5
Frequently Asked Questions
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.