CVE-2024-38286
CVE-2024-38286: Apache Tomcat is vulnerable to resource allocation issues, potentially leading to an OutOfMemoryError. This vulnerability affects versions 11.0.0-M1 through 11.0.0-M20, 10.1.0-M1 through 10.1.24, and 9.0.13 through 9.0.89. The issue can be triggered via the TLS handshake process, allowing attackers to exhaust server resources. While the CVSS score is 0, indicating no immediate action is required, the SOCRadar Vulnerability Risk Score (SVRS) is 40, suggesting a moderate risk. Users should upgrade to versions 11.0.0-M21, 10.1.25, or 9.0.90 to mitigate this denial-of-service vulnerability. Failure to apply the security update may result in server instability or crashes.
Description
CVE-2024-38286 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 0, indicating a low severity level. However, SOCRadar's unique 'SOCRadar Vulnerability Risk Score' (SVRS) assigns it a score of 40, highlighting the potential for significant impact. This discrepancy stems from the SVRS's integration of various 'Vulnerability Intelligence' elements, including Social Media, News, Code Repositories, Dark/Deep Web data, and associations with Threat Actors and malware.
Key Insights
- Active Exploitation: The vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild, posing an immediate threat to organizations.
- Low CVSS Score: The CVSS score of 0 may underestimate the severity of the vulnerability, as it does not fully capture the potential impact identified by SOCRadar's SVRS.
- Critical for Immediate Action: The SVRS score of 40 indicates that this vulnerability requires immediate attention and remediation to mitigate potential risks.
- Threat Actors: Specific threat actors or groups actively exploiting this vulnerability have not been identified at this time.
Mitigation Strategies
- Apply Software Updates: Install the latest software updates and patches as soon as they become available to address the vulnerability.
- Enable Security Controls: Implement strong security controls, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and anti-malware software, to prevent exploitation attempts.
- Monitor Network Traffic: Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity and investigate any anomalies that may indicate an attack.
- Educate Users: Train users on cybersecurity best practices, such as avoiding suspicious links and attachments, to reduce the risk of phishing attacks.
Additional Information
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