SB2024080562 - Fedora 39 update for darkhttpd

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SB2024080562 - Fedora 39 update for darkhttpd

Published: August 5, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024080562
CSH Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 2
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 2 vulnerabilities.


1) Information disclosure (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-23770)

CWE-ID: CWE-200 - Exposure of sensitive information to an unauthorized actor

CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear


The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to application accepts credentials via the --auth argument. A local user can list processes on the system and obtain credentials in clear text.


2) Improper authentication (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-23771)

CWE-ID: CWE-287 - Improper Authentication

CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber


The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in the authentication process. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process via a timing side channel.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References