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CVE-2024-42850

Silverpeas vulnerability

9.8 CRITICALPublic exploitEPSS 1.43%
  1. Published16 Aug 2024

Description

An issue in the password change function of Silverpeas v6.4.2 and lower allows for the bypassing of password complexity requirements.

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

Silverpeas≤ 6.4.2

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2024-42850 being actively exploited?

CVE-2024-42850 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 1.43%.

How severe is CVE-2024-42850?

CVE-2024-42850 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 1.43% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2024-42850?

Affected products include Silverpeas.

How do I fix CVE-2024-42850?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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