CVE-2024-12034: Software Security Vulnerability Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-m8p9-q5r3-wrmf
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CVSS 5.3
CWE-340
Published
Advisory Summary

CVE-2024-12034 is a MODERATE (CVSS 5.3) security vulnerability vulnerability (CWE-340: Generation of Predictable Numbers or Identifiers) affecting Software libraries in the Maven ecosystem. The weakness occurs when the product uses a scheme that generates numbers or identifiers that are more predictable than required.. Remediation is available in the latest vendor maintenance releases.

CVE-2024-12034 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2024-12034
GHSA Identifier GHSA-m8p9-q5r3-wrmf
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score 5.3
CWE Classification CWE-340: Generation of Predictable Numbers or Identifiers
Affected Product Software
Package Ecosystem Maven
Published Date
Last Updated

Security Impact

CVSS: 5.3

The security impact metrics below are parsed directly from the CVSS v3.1 vector string (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N).

Attack Vector Network (AV:N)
Attack Complexity Low (AC:L)
Privileges Required None (PR:N)
User Interaction None (UI:N)
Scope Unchanged (S:U)
Confidentiality None (C:N)
Integrity Low (I:L)
Availability None (A:N)

How to Fix CVE-2024-12034

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Software dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

mvn dependency:tree

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Java application is affected by CVE-2024-12034, inspect your build dependencies using the Maven Dependency Plugin:

mvn dependency:tree

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Software in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than the patched release), your application is affected.

Note: The mvn dependency:tree command inspects the resolved dependency graph declared in your project's POM files; it does not perform automated security scanning or inspect runtime dynamic classpaths. Always verify runtime container classpaths and shaded JARs.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-340: Generation of Predictable Numbers or Identifiers, where the product uses a scheme that generates numbers or identifiers that are more predictable than required. In Software, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

The Advanced Google reCAPTCHA plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to IP unblocking in all versions up to, and including, 1.25. This is due to the plugin not utilizing a strong unique key when generating an unblock request. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to unblock their IP after being locked out due to too many bad password attempts

References

NVD — CVE-2024-12034 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-12034
plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset WEB
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old=3208704%40advanced-google-recaptcha&new=3208704%40advanced-google-recaptcha&sfp_email=&sfph_mail=
www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulner... WEB
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/0fa7e6f6-92b2-494b-8c7a-76ba8213b610?source=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-12034?
CVE-2024-12034 is a security vulnerability in Software classified as a security vulnerability vulnerability under CWE-340: Generation of Predictable Numbers or Identifiers.
Which Software versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to current release patches.
What version fixes CVE-2024-12034?
Upgrading to current release patches (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-12034?
CVE-2024-12034 has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.3 (MODERATE) with vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2024-12034?
CVE-2024-12034 is classified under CWE-340: Generation of Predictable Numbers or Identifiers (The product uses a scheme that generates numbers or identifiers that are more predictable than required.).
How can I check Maven dependencies for CVE-2024-12034?
Run the dependency tree command: 'mvn dependency:tree'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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