Incorrect default permissions in mod_jk - CVE-2024-46544
Published: September 24, 2024
Vulnerability identifier: #VU97659
CSH Severity: Low
CVSS v4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-46544
CWE-ID: CWE-276
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability:
No public exploit available
Vendor: Apache Foundation
Affected software:
mod_jk
mod_jk
Detailed vulnerability description
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions for the memory mapped file configured by the JkShmFile directive on Unix like systems. A local user can view or modify the contents of the shared memory containing mod_jk configuration and status information, which can lead to information disclosure or denial of service.
How to mitigate CVE-2024-46544
Install update from vendor's website.