Apache Answer Inadequate Encryption Strength via UUID v1 (v1.4.0)
CVE-2024-45719 Published on November 22, 2024
Apache Answer: Predictable Authorization Token Using UUIDv1
Inadequate Encryption Strength vulnerability in Apache Answer.
This issue affects Apache Answer: through 1.4.0.
The ids generated using the UUID v1 version are to some extent not secure enough. It can cause the generated token to be predictable.
Users are recommended to upgrade to version 1.4.1, which fixes the issue.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2024-45719 can be exploited with network access, requires user interaction and user privileges. This vulnerability is consided to have a high level of attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have a small impact on confidentiality, a small impact on integrity and availability.
Weakness Type
Inadequate Encryption Strength
The software stores or transmits sensitive data using an encryption scheme that is theoretically sound, but is not strong enough for the level of protection required. A weak encryption scheme can be subjected to brute force attacks that have a reasonable chance of succeeding using current attack methods and resources.
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Affected Versions
Apache Software Foundation Apache Answer:- Before and including 1.4.0 is affected.
Exploit Probability
EPSS (Exploit Prediction Scoring System) scores estimate the probability that a vulnerability will be exploited in the wild within the next 30 days. The percentile shows you how this score compares to all other vulnerabilities.