Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2024-29131

CVE-2024-29131:
Java vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

CVE-2024-29131 is an Out-of-bounds Write vulnerability affecting Apache Commons Configuration versions 2.0 before 2.10.1. The vulnerability was discovered and disclosed in March 2024, with Apache Commons Configuration being the primary affected software component. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.10.1, which contains the fix for this issue (NVD, OSS Security).

Technical details

The vulnerability is classified as an Out-of-bounds Write (CWE-787) issue that can occur when adding a property in AbstractListDelimiterHandler.flattenIterator(). The CVSS v3.1 base score is 7.3 (High), with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L, indicating that the vulnerability can be exploited remotely with low attack complexity and requires no privileges or user interaction (NVD, CISA ADP).

Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to disclosure of sensitive information, addition or modification of data, or Denial of Service (DoS). The vulnerability affects the system's ability to properly handle configuration data from various sources (NetApp Advisory).

Mitigation and workarounds

The primary mitigation is to upgrade to Apache Commons Configuration version 2.10.1, which contains the fix for this vulnerability. This update has been made available through various distribution channels, including Fedora's package management system (Fedora Update).

Community reactions

Multiple vendors and organizations have responded to this vulnerability by releasing security advisories and updates. NetApp has issued an advisory for their affected products, and Fedora has released security updates for both Fedora 39 and 40 to address this vulnerability (NetApp Advisory, Fedora Updates).