CVE-2024-23738

Postman remote code execution

9.8 CRITICALEPSS 1.46%

Published28 Jan 2024

Description

An issue in Postman version 10.22 and before on macOS allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the RunAsNode and enableNodeClilnspectArguments settings. NOTE: the vendor states "we dispute the report's accuracy ... the configuration does not enable remote code execution.."

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork

Attack complexityLow

Privileges requiredNone

User interactionNone

ScopeUnchanged

ConfidentialityHigh

IntegrityHigh

AvailabilityHigh

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Postman< 10.22

Remediation

Fixed in

Postman≥ 10.22

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2024-23738 being actively exploited?

CVE-2024-23738 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 1.46%.

How severe is CVE-2024-23738?

CVE-2024-23738 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 1.46% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2024-23738?

Affected products include Postman.

How do I fix CVE-2024-23738?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Postman 10.22 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.