Vulnerability Description
Concurrent Execution using Shared Resource with Improper Synchronization ('Race Condition') vulnerability in Apache Answer.This issue affects Apache Answer: through 1.2.1. Repeated submission during registration resulted in the registration of the same user. When users register, if they rapidly submit multiple registrations using scripts, it can result in the creation of multiple user accounts simultaneously with the same name. Users are recommended to upgrade to version [1.2.5], which fixes the issue.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Answer | <= 1.2.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/02/22/3Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.apache.org/thread/ko0ksnznt2484lxt0zts2ygr82ldkhcbMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/02/22/3Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.apache.org/thread/ko0ksnznt2484lxt0zts2ygr82ldkhcbMailing ListVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-26578?
CVE-2024-26578 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.9 (MEDIUM). Concurrent Execution using Shared Resource with Improper Synchronization ('Race Condition') vulnerability in Apache Answer.This issue affects Apache Answer: through 1.2.1. Repeated submission during ...
How severe is CVE-2024-26578?
CVE-2024-26578 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-26578?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Answer.