CVE-2024-57698

CVE-2024-57698 is a high-severity vulnerability in Modernwms with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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-281.

Key facts

Description

An issue in modernwms v.1.0 allows an attacker view the MD5 hash of the administrator password and other attributes without authentication, even after initial configuration and password change. This happens due to excessive exposure of information and the lack of adequate access control on the /user/list?culture=en-us endpoint.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-57698?
An issue in modernwms v.1.0 allows an attacker view the MD5 hash of the administrator password and other attributes without authentication, even after initial configuration and password change. This happens due to excessive exposure of information and the lack of adequate access control on the /user/list?culture=en-us endpoint.
How severe is CVE-2024-57698?
CVE-2024-57698 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2024-57698 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.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-57698?
CVE-2024-57698 affects Modernwms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-57698?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2024-57698 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-57698 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-12667.
When was CVE-2024-57698 published?
CVE-2024-57698 was published on 2025-04-29 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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