Splunk Enterprise, a widely used platform for searching, monitoring, and analyzing machine-generated data, is a critical component in many organizations’ IT infrastructure. Recently, a new high-severity vulnerability, CVE-2024-36991, was discovered, affecting Splunk Enterprise on Windows. This vulnerability exposes sensitive files to unauthenticated attackers through a path traversal attack.
Understanding CVE-2024-36991
CVE-2024-36991 affects Splunk Enterprise versions below 9.2.2, 9.1.5, and 9.0.10. Published by National Vulnerability Database on July 1st 2024, this vulnerability allows remote attackers to access sensitive files without authentication. The vulnerability, which can be exploited by sending crafted HTTP requests, significantly compromises the security of affected Splunk installations.
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Figure 1: The path traversal vulnerability CVE-2024-36991 identified by RidgeBot
RidgeBot’s Proactive Detection
At Ridge Security, our team promptly addressed this critical vulnerability. RidgeBot, our AI-powered exposure management solution, has been updated to detect CVE-2024-36991. RidgeBot is designed to identify vulnerabilities accurately and provide comprehensive reports, enabling organizations to take swift action to mitigate risks.
With RidgeBot, customers can receive detailed vulnerability assessments that include the type, severity, description, and risk details of each identified issue. RidgeBot’s capabilities ensure that vulnerabilities like CVE-2024-36991 are detected quickly, helping organizations safeguard their critical data.
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Figure 2: RidgeBot finds the risk of Sensitive information leakage caused by CVE-2024-36991
The Necessity of Regular Security Testing
In today’s dynamic threat landscape, regular security testing is essential. The discovery of CVE-2024-36991 underscores the importance of proactive security measures. We urge all Splunk Enterprise users to test their installations with RidgeBot to identify and address vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.
RidgeBot’s zero-false detection ensures that organizations receive precise and actionable insights, allowing them to maintain a robust security posture. In this era of increasing cyber threats, relying on a comprehensive exposure management solution like RidgeBot is crucial for protecting sensitive information and ensuring business continuity.
Stay vigilant and secure your Splunk Enterprise environments by leveraging RidgeBot for thorough and reliable vulnerability assessments. Visit our website to learn more and schedule a demo of RidgeBot today.