CVE-2024-38650

An authentication bypass vulnerability can allow a low privileged attacker to access the NTLM hash of service account on the VSPC server

Critical · published September 7, 2024

CVSS v3.0
9.9
EPSS
1%
Percentile
57.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 An authentication bypass vulnerability lets low-privileged attackers waltz right in to access sensitive NTLM hashes on the VSPC server — and that’s a big deal! Think of it like a hotel where the front desk accidentally gives out master keys to anyone with a low-level reservation. Suddenly, those guests can access the penthouse suite with all the goodies inside! This means an attacker could gain unauthorized access to service accounts, compromising security at a level that could lead to data breaches, unauthorized actions, or even full system control. The consequences could be absolutely devastating for the organization, putting sensitive information at serious risk.

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel where the front desk accidentally gives out master keys to anyone with a low-level reservation. Suddenly, those guests can access the penthouse suite with all the goodies inside! This vulnerability allows a low-privileged attacker to bypass authentication mechanisms, enabling them to retrieve the NTLM hash of service accounts on the VSPC server without proper access controls.

What to do

This means an attacker could gain unauthorized access to service accounts, compromising security at a level that could lead to data breaches, unauthorized actions, or even full system control. The consequences could be absolutely devastating for the organization, putting sensitive information at serious risk. Immediate action is crucial! Patch the VSPC server to the latest version to close the vulnerability. Additionally, review your access control policies and limit permissions for service accounts to minimize potential damage. You've got this! By following these steps, you’ll enhance your security and protect sensitive data like a pro! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
9.9 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00851 · 57.8th percentile
Published
2024-09-07T16:11Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 SEP 16:11Z
    An authentication bypass vulnerability can allow a low privileged attacker to access the NTLM hash of service account on the VSPC server
    cvelistv5