CVE-2024-42194

Description

An improper handling of insufficient permissions or privileges affects HCL BigFix Inventory. An attacker having access via a read-only account can possibly change certain configuration parameters by crafting a specific REST API call.

CVSS v3.1 Score

3.1

LOW

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

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-280 CWE-280

References

Other References

https://https://support.hcl-software.com/csm?id=kb_article&sysparm_article=KB0118212

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-42194? +

An improper handling of insufficient permissions or privileges affects HCL BigFix Inventory. An attacker having access via a read-only account can possibly change certain configuration parameters by crafting a specific REST API call. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 3.1 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2024-42194? +

CVE-2024-42194 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 3.1 out of 10, rated LOW. This is a low-severity vulnerability with limited impact.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-42194? +

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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