Vulnerability identifier: #VU86024

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-22236

CWE-ID: CWE-379

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Spring Cloud Contract
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor: Spring

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to software creates a temporary directory with insecure permissions. A local user can view files in the directory and gain access to sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Spring Cloud Contract: 4.1.0 - 4.1.0-M2, 4.0.0 - 4.0.4, 3.1.0 - 3.1.9

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External links
http://spring.io/security/cve-2024-22236

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.