CVE-2024-6079: Software Security Vulnerability Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-4r67-5w29-w28m
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CWE-610
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2024-6079 is a MODERATE security vulnerability vulnerability (CWE-610: Externally Controlled Reference to a Resource in Another Sphere) affecting Software libraries in the Maven ecosystem. The weakness occurs when the product uses an externally controlled name or reference that resolves to a resource that is outside of the intended control sphere.. Remediation is available in the latest vendor maintenance releases.

CVE-2024-6079 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2024-6079
GHSA Identifier GHSA-4r67-5w29-w28m
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-610: Externally Controlled Reference to a Resource in Another Sphere
Affected Product Software
Package Ecosystem Maven
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2024-6079

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-2024-6079, 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-610: Externally Controlled Reference to a Resource in Another Sphere, where the product uses an externally controlled name or reference that resolves to a resource that is outside of the intended control sphere. 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

A vulnerability exists in the Rockwell Automation Emulate3D™, which could be leveraged to execute a DLL Hijacking attack. The application loads shared libraries, which are readable and writable by any user. If exploited, a malicious user could leverage a malicious dll and perform a remote code execution attack.

References

NVD — CVE-2024-6079 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-6079
Software Security Information SECURITY
https://www.rockwellautomation.com/en-us/trust-center/security-advisories/advisory.SD%201683.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-6079?
CVE-2024-6079 is a security vulnerability in Software classified as a security vulnerability vulnerability under CWE-610: Externally Controlled Reference to a Resource in Another Sphere.
Which Software versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to current release patches.
What version fixes CVE-2024-6079?
Upgrading to current release patches (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2024-6079?
CVE-2024-6079 is classified under CWE-610: Externally Controlled Reference to a Resource in Another Sphere (The product uses an externally controlled name or reference that resolves to a resource that is outside of the intended control sphere.).
How can I check Maven dependencies for CVE-2024-6079?
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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