CVE-2024-22281: helix Resource Exposure — Fix

Description

** UNSUPPORTED WHEN ASSIGNED ** The Apache Helix Front (UI) component contained a hard-coded secret, allowing an attacker to spoof sessions by generating their own fake cookies. This issue affects Apache Helix Front (UI): all versions. As this project is retired, we do not plan to release a version that fixes this issue. Users are recommended to find an alternative or restrict access to the instance to trusted users. NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

7.5

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-668 CWE-668

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
apache	helix	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://lists.apache.org/thread/zt26fpmrqx3fzcy8nv3b43kb3xllo5ny

Other References

http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/08/20/3

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-22281? +

** UNSUPPORTED WHEN ASSIGNED ** The Apache Helix Front (UI) component contained a hard-coded secret, allowing an attacker to spoof sessions by generating their own fake cookies. This issue affects Apache Helix Front (UI): all versions. As this project is retired, we do not plan to release a version that fixes this issue. Users are recommended to find an alternative or restrict access to the instance to trusted users. NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2024-22281? +

CVE-2024-22281 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.5 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-22281? +

CVE-2024-22281 affects products from apache, specifically: helix. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-22281? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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