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CVE-2024-51162

8.8 · HIGH

An issue in Audimex EE versions 15.1.20 and earlier allowing a remote attacker to escalate privileges.

Published Nov 20, 2024CWE-276EPSS 0.60%

Overview

CVE-2024-51162 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 20, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

An issue in Audimex EE versions 15.1.20 and earlier allowing a remote attacker to escalate privileges. Analyzing the offline client code, it was identified that it is possible for any user (with any privilege) of Audimex to dump the whole Audimex database. This gives visibility upon password hashes of any user, ongoing audit data and more.

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-2024-51162?

CVE-2024-51162 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 20, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2024-51162?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2024-51162?

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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