CVE-2024-38856
CRITICAL CISA KEVCVSS v3
9.8
CRITICAL
EPSS Score
—
exploit probability
CISA KEV
Yes
known exploited
Exploitation
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SSVC status
Description
Incorrect Authorization vulnerability in Apache OFBiz. This issue affects Apache OFBiz: through 18.12.14. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 18.12.15, which fixes the issue. Unauthenticated endpoints could allow execution of screen rendering code of screens if some preconditions are met (such as when the screen definitions don't explicitly check user's permissions because they rely on the configuration of their endpoints).
CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability
- Date Added
- 8/27/2024
- Patch Due Date
- 9/17/2024
- Required Action
- Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Technical Details
- CVSS v3 Vector
- 3.1
- Published
- 8/5/2024
- Last Modified
- 10/23/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-38856?
Incorrect Authorization vulnerability in Apache OFBiz. This issue affects Apache OFBiz: through 18.12.14. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 18.12.15, which fixes the issue. Unauthenticated endpoints could allow execution of screen rendering code of screens if some preconditions are met (such as when the screen definitions don't explicitly check user's permissions because they rely on the configuration of their endpoints).
Is CVE-2024-38856 actively exploited?
Yes. CVE-2024-38856 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been confirmed as actively exploited in the wild. CISA requires federal agencies to patch by 9/17/2024.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2024-38856?
CVE-2024-38856 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity), with vector string 3.1.
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