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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2024-40638
CVE-2024-40638:
GLPI vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
GLPI, a free asset and IT management software package, was found to contain multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-40638) affecting versions prior to 10.0.17. The vulnerability was discovered and disclosed on November 15, 2024, impacting all versions from 0.85 onwards (NVD, CERT-FR).
Technical details
The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The specific flaw exists within multiple SQL injection points that can be exploited by an authenticated user. The vulnerability is classified as CWE-89 (SQL Injection) (NVD, GitHub Advisory).
Impact
The vulnerability allows an authenticated user to exploit SQL injection vulnerabilities to alter another user's account data and potentially take control of it. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information and privilege escalation within the system (GitHub Advisory).
Mitigation and workarounds
The recommended mitigation is to upgrade to GLPI version 10.0.17 which contains patches for this vulnerability (GitHub Advisory).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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