Improper access control in WhatsUp Gold - CVE-2024-5009
Published: August 7, 2024 / Updated: October 11, 2024
Vulnerability identifier: #VU95446
CSH Severity: Low
CVSS v4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-5009
CWE-ID: CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability:
Public exploit is available
Vendor: Progress Software Corporation
Affected software:
WhatsUp Gold
WhatsUp Gold
Detailed vulnerability description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.
The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions within the implementation of SetAdminPassword method. A local attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and modify admin's password.
How to mitigate CVE-2024-5009
Install updates from vendor's website.