CVE-2024-38856highunder attackCWE-863

CVE-2024-38856: high-severity vulnerability in Apache OFBiz

Apache OFBiz: Unauthenticated endpoint could allow execution of screen rendering code

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ssvc Actcvss 8.1epss 99%
from disclosure to weaponsame day
Published on NVDAug 5
1st PoCApr 10
metasploitMay 30
CISA KEV+22d
Action required by CISAfederal deadline: 2024-09-17

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In short

Apache OFBiz allows unauthenticated users to execute screen rendering code on certain endpoints when permission checks are not explicitly enforced. This could let attackers bypass security controls and access or manipulate sensitive functionality without logging in.

Technical detail

CWE-863 (Incorrect Authorization) vulnerability in Apache OFBiz ≤18.12.14 permits unauthenticated access to screen rendering endpoints when screen definitions lack explicit permission validation. Attack vector requires network access to affected endpoints; exploitation occurs when screens rely solely on endpoint configuration for authorization rather than inline checks. Impact includes unauthorized code execution and potential data exposure or system compromise.

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Incorrect Authorization vulnerability in Apache OFBiz. This issue affects Apache OFBiz: through 18.12.14. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 18.12.15, which fixes the issue. Unauthenticated endpoints could allow execution of screen rendering code of screens if some preconditions are met (such as when the screen definitions don't explicitly check user's permissions because they rely on the configuration of their endpoints).
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
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