CVE-2024-38996:Prototype pollution vulnerability in ag-grid-community and ag-grid-enterprise versions 31.3.2 allows for arbitrary code execution or Denial of Service (DoS) attacks.

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The ag-grid-community and ag-grid-enterprise versions 31.3.2 were found to have a prototype pollution vulnerability through the _.mergeDeep function. This vulnerability enables malicious actors to inject arbitrary properties, leading to the potential execution of arbitrary code or causing a Denial of Service (DoS) attack.

Overview

This vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-38996, affects ag-grid-community and ag-grid-enterprise versions 31.3.2. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8, indicating a critical severity level. The attack vector is through the network, with a low attack complexity and no user interaction required. The integrity impact is high, along with high confidentiality and availability impacts.

Remediation

To mitigate this vulnerability, users are advised to update their ag-grid-community and ag-grid-enterprise versions to a secure release that addresses the prototype pollution issue. It is recommended to apply patches or upgrades provided by the vendor to prevent exploitation of this vulnerability. Additionally, organizations should monitor for any signs of exploitation and take necessary precautions to secure their systems.

References

  1. CVE-2024-38996 on MITRE
  2. GitHub - Prototype Pollution Vulnerability Details
  3. GitHub - Additional Information on the Vulnerability
  4. GitHub - Further Details on the Vulnerability

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Manufacturing: Low
    Manufacturing
  2. Finance and Insurance: Low
    Finance and Insurance
  3. Retail Trade: Low
    Retail Trade
  4. Management of Companies & Enterprises: Low
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  5. Transportation & Warehousing: Low
    Transportation & Warehousing
  6. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation: Low
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  7. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services: Low
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  8. Public Administration: Low
    Public Administration
  9. Accommodation & Food Services: Low
    Accommodation & Food Services
  10. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services: Low
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  11. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting: Low
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  12. Construction: Low
    Construction
  13. Educational Services: Low
    Educational Services
  14. Health Care & Social Assistance: Low
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  15. Information: Low
    Information
  16. Mining: Low
    Mining
  17. Other Services (except Public Administration): Low
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  18. Real Estate Rental & Leasing: Low
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  19. Utilities: Low
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade: Low
    Wholesale Trade

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