CVE-2024-36438 Missing authorization in n/a

High 7.3 Published Updated

Attackers can bypass authorization checks to duplicate cards and gain unauthorized access to the smart cabinet lock.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Local or same network only
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2024-36438?

CVE-2024-36438 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 15 Jul 2024. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

eLinkSmart Hidden Smart Cabinet Lock 2024-05-22 has Incorrect Access Control and fails to perform an authorization check which can lead to card duplication and other attacks.

Weakness: CWE-285, CWE-284, CWE-1263

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-36438?

How do I fix CVE-2024-36438?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-36438 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2024-36438 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-36438 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-jx4w-rh76-5j93.

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