CVE-2024-23049

An issue in symphony v.3.6.3 and before allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the log4j component

Critical · published February 5, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
67.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A remote attacker can execute arbitrary code in Symphony versions 3.6.3 and earlier, all thanks to a vulnerability in the log4j component! This is like an unauthorized person walking into a concert hall and taking control of the sound system, playing whatever they want, whenever they want. It’s chaos waiting to happen if not addressed! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run any code they wish on your server, leading to devastating consequences like data theft, system compromise, or even complete control over your application. This is a critical situation that could bring your operations to a grinding halt!

Put simply

This is like an unauthorized person walking into a concert hall and taking control of the sound system, playing whatever they want, whenever they want. It’s chaos waiting to happen if not addressed! This vulnerability in Symphony allows attackers to leverage the log4j component to execute arbitrary code remotely, meaning they can potentially manipulate server operations without any authentication required.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run any code they wish on your server, leading to devastating consequences like data theft, system compromise, or even complete control over your application. This is a critical situation that could bring your operations to a grinding halt! Act quickly! Upgrade to Symphony version 3.6.4 or later to patch this vulnerability. It's also wise to review your application logs for any suspicious activity and consider implementing additional monitoring solutions. 🛡️ You've got this! With a swift update, you'll have your defenses back in top shape! 🚀

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01169 · 67.1th percentile
Published
2024-02-05T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 05 FEB 00:00Z
    An issue in symphony v.3.6.3 and before allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the log4j component
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