https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2024/q3/40: CVE-2024-3596: RADIUS/UDP vulnerable to improved MD5 collision attack
Published Jul 9, 2024
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Affected Software
1 affected component
FreeRADIUS freeradius
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-3596?
CVE-2024-3596 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for authentication forgery.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-3596?
To mitigate CVE-2024-3596, ensure that the Message-Authenticator attribute is required and strictly enforced in your RADIUS configuration.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2024-3596?
CVE-2024-3596 primarily affects FreeRADIUS installations and configurations.
4
Can CVE-2024-3596 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-3596 can be exploited remotely by attackers targeting vulnerable RADIUS servers.
5
What is the recommended action for organizations using FreeRADIUS in light of CVE-2024-3596?
Organizations should review their RADIUS server configurations and implement necessary patches or updates to prevent exploitation of CVE-2024-3596.