CVE-2024-3716

CVE-2024-3716 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Redhat Satellite with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.2. 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-200.

Key facts

Description

A flaw was found in foreman-installer when puppet-candlepin is invoked cpdb with the --password parameter. This issue leaks the password in the process list and allows an attacker to take advantage and obtain the password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-3716?
A flaw was found in foreman-installer when puppet-candlepin is invoked cpdb with the --password parameter. This issue leaks the password in the process list and allows an attacker to take advantage and obtain the password.
How severe is CVE-2024-3716?
CVE-2024-3716 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.2, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2024-3716 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (11th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-3716?
CVE-2024-3716 affects Redhat Satellite. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-3716?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2024-3716 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-3716 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-32291.
When was CVE-2024-3716 published?
CVE-2024-3716 was published on 2024-06-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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