#VU87571 Improper Authorization in SnapCenter - CVE-2024-21987

Vulnerability identifier: #VU87571

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 1.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-21987

CWE-ID: CWE-285

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SnapCenter
Server applications / Application servers

Vendor: NetApp

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authorization checks.

The vulnerability exists due to improper authorization. A remote user can modify system logging configuration settings.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

SnapCenter: 4.8 - 4.9

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External links
https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20240216-0001/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.