CVE-2023-49619

CVE-2023-49619 is a low-severity vulnerability in Apache Answer with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-362.

Key facts

Description

Concurrent Execution using Shared Resource with Improper Synchronization ('Race Condition') vulnerability in Apache Answer. This issue affects Apache Answer: through 1.2.0. Under normal circumstances, a user can only bookmark a question once, and will only increase the number of questions bookmarked once. However, repeat submissions through the script can increase the number of collection of the question many times. Users are recommended to upgrade to version [1.2.1], which fixes the issue.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-49619?
Concurrent Execution using Shared Resource with Improper Synchronization ('Race Condition') vulnerability in Apache Answer. This issue affects Apache Answer: through 1.2.0. Under normal circumstances, a user can only bookmark a question once, and will only increase the number of questions bookmarked once. However, repeat submissions through the script can increase the number of collection of the question many times. Users are recommended to upgrade to version [1.2.1], which fixes the issue.
How severe is CVE-2023-49619?
CVE-2023-49619 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.1, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-49619 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (55th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-49619?
CVE-2023-49619 affects Apache Answer. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-49619?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2023-49619 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2023-49619 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-0343.
When was CVE-2023-49619 published?
CVE-2023-49619 was published on 2024-01-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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