#VU97962 Improper access control in eLabFTW - CVE-2024-45408

Vulnerability identifier: #VU97962

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 6.6 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-45408

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
eLabFTW
Web applications / Other software

Vendor: elabftw

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

eLabFTW: 4.4.1 - 5.0.4

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External links
https://github.com/elabftw/elabftw/security/advisories/GHSA-2c83-6j74-w8r5

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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