CVE-2024-38856—Apache OFBiz Incorrect Authorization Vulnerability

Vulnerability Name

Apache OFBiz Incorrect Authorization Vulnerability

Description

Apache OFBiz contains an incorrect authorization vulnerability that could allow remote code execution via a Groovy payload in the context of the OFBiz user process by an unauthenticated attacker.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:

Unknown

Action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Additional Notes

• This vulnerability affects a common open-source component, third-party library, or a protocol used by different products. Please check with specific vendors for information on patching status. For more information, please see: https://lists.apache.org/thread/olxxjk6b13sl3wh9cmp0k2dscvp24l7w
• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-38856

Related News Articles

• Apache OFBiz team patches critical RCE vulnerability (CVE-2024-45195)September 6, 2024
• Apache OFBiz Update Fixes High-Severity Flaw Leading to Remote Code ExecutionSeptember 6, 2024
• Apache fixes critical OFBiz remote code execution vulnerabilitySeptember 5, 2024
• CISA Flags Critical Apache OFBiz Flaw Amid Active Exploitation ReportsAugust 28, 2024
• CISA warns about actively exploited Apache OFBiz RCE flawAugust 8, 2024

Related Weaknesses

• CWE-863