Vulnerability Description
Improper Authentication vulnerability in Apache Solr. Solr instances using the PKIAuthenticationPlugin, which is enabled by default when Solr Authentication is used, are vulnerable to Authentication bypass. A fake ending at the end of any Solr API URL path, will allow requests to skip Authentication while maintaining the API contract with the original URL Path. This fake ending looks like an unprotected API path, however it is stripped off internally after authentication but before API routing. This issue affects Apache Solr: from 5.3.0 before 8.11.4, from 9.0.0 before 9.7.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 9.7.0, or 8.11.4, which fix the issue.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Solr | >= 5.3.0, < 8.11.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://solr.apache.org/security.html#cve-2024-45216-apache-solr-authentication-Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/10/15/8Mailing List
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-45216?
CVE-2024-45216 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). Improper Authentication vulnerability in Apache Solr. Solr instances using the PKIAuthenticationPlugin, which is enabled by default when Solr Authentication is used, are vulnerable to Authentication ...
How severe is CVE-2024-45216?
CVE-2024-45216 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-45216?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Solr.