CVE-2024-29736

Apache Cxf vulnerability

9.1 CRITICALEPSS 1.03%

Published19 Jul 2024

Description

A SSRF vulnerability in WADL service description in versions of Apache CXF before 4.0.5, 3.6.4 and 3.5.9 allows an attacker to perform SSRF style attacks on REST webservices. The attack only applies if a custom stylesheet parameter is configured.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork

Attack complexityLow

Privileges requiredNone

User interactionNone

ScopeUnchanged

ConfidentialityHigh

IntegrityHigh

AvailabilityNone

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

Affected products

Apache Cxf≥ 3.6.0 < 3.6.4 · ≥ 4.0.0 < 4.0.5 · < 3.5.9

Remediation

Fixed in

Apache Cxf≥ 3.6.4

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2024-29736 being actively exploited?

CVE-2024-29736 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 1.03%.

How severe is CVE-2024-29736?

CVE-2024-29736 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.1, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 1.03% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2024-29736?

Affected products include Apache Cxf.

How do I fix CVE-2024-29736?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Apache Cxf 3.6.4 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.