Auth Flaw in IBM Cognos Controller 11.0.0-11.1.0: modify restricted content
CVE-2024-45081 Published on February 19, 2025
IBM Cognos Controller incorrect authorization
IBM Cognos Controller 11.0.0 through 11.0.1 FP3 and IBM Controller 11.1.0
could allow an authenticated user to modify restricted content due to incorrect authorization checks.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2024-45081 can be exploited with network access, and requires small amount of user privileges. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have no impact on confidentiality, a high impact on integrity, and no impact on availability.
Weakness Type
What is an AuthZ Vulnerability?
The software performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action, but it does not correctly perform the check. This allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions.
CVE-2024-45081 has been classified to as an AuthZ vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2024-45081
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Affected Versions
IBM Cognos Controller:- Version 11.0.0, <= 11.0.1 is affected.
- Version 11.1.0 is affected.
Exploit Probability
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