CVE-2024-42197 — MEDIUM (5.5)

Vulnerability Description

HCL Workload Scheduler stores user credentials in plain text which can be read by a local user.

CVSS Score

5.5

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

NONE

Availability

NONE

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-256

References

https://support.hcl-software.com/csm?id=kb_article&sysparm_article=KB0127448

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-42197?

CVE-2024-42197 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). HCL Workload Scheduler stores user credentials in plain text which can be read by a local user.

How severe is CVE-2024-42197?

CVE-2024-42197 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-42197?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.