SB2024072635 - Multiple vulnerabilities in Microsoft GroupMe

Description

This security bulletin contains information about 2 secuirty vulnerabilities.

1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-38164)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in GroupMe. A remote attacker can trick a victim to click on a malicious link and gain elevated privileges on the system.

2) Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-38176)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper restriction of excessive authentication attempts in GroupMe. A remote attacker can make an infinite number of login attempts and gain elevated privileges on the system.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References

• https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-38164
• https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-38176