How severe is CVE-2024-12056?

CVE-2024-12056 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 2.3, rated low severity.

Is CVE-2024-12056 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-12056?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

Does CVE-2024-12056 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-12056 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-50561.

When was CVE-2024-12056 published?

CVE-2024-12056 was published on 2024-12-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-12056

CVE-2024-12056 is a low-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 2.3. 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-358.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 4.0 base score 2.3)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (26th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-50561
Weakness: CWE-358
Published: 2024-12-04
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The Client secret is not checked when using the OAuth Password grant type. By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker could connect to a web server using a client application not explicitly authorized as part of the OAuth deployment. Exploitation requires valid credentials and does not permit the attacker to bypass user privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-12056?: The Client secret is not checked when using the OAuth Password grant type. By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker could connect to a web server using a client application not explicitly authorized as part of the OAuth deployment. Exploitation requires valid credentials and does not permit the attacker to bypass user privileges.
How severe is CVE-2024-12056?: CVE-2024-12056 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 2.3, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2024-12056 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-12056?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2024-12056 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-12056 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-50561.
When was CVE-2024-12056 published?: CVE-2024-12056 was published on 2024-12-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.pcvue.com/security/security/#SB2024-4

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