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CVE-2024-12901

5.3 · MEDIUM

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in FoxCMS up to 1.2.

Published Dec 23, 2024CWE-266EPSS 0.63%

Overview

CVE-2024-12901 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 23, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in FoxCMS up to 1.2. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the file /app/api/controller/Site.php of the component API Endpoint. The manipulation of the argument password leads to improper authorization. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-12901?

CVE-2024-12901 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 23, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-12901?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2024-12901?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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