CVE-2024-8698

HIGH

CVSS v3

7.7

HIGH

EPSS Score

83.2%

exploit probability

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

A flaw exists in the SAML signature validation method within the Keycloak XMLSignatureUtil class. The method incorrectly determines whether a SAML signature is for the full document or only for specific assertions based on the position of the signature in the XML document, rather than the Reference element used to specify the signed element. This flaw allows attackers to create crafted responses that can bypass the validation, potentially leading to privilege escalation or impersonation attacks.

Technical Details

Published
9/19/2024

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-8698?

A flaw exists in the SAML signature validation method within the Keycloak XMLSignatureUtil class. The method incorrectly determines whether a SAML signature is for the full document or only for specific assertions based on the position of the signature in the XML document, rather than the Reference element used to specify the signed element. This flaw allows attackers to create crafted responses that can bypass the validation, potentially leading to privilege escalation or impersonation attacks.

Is CVE-2024-8698 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2024-8698 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 83.2%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2024-8698?

CVE-2024-8698 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.7 (HIGH severity).

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