CVE-2024-7108 in CyberMath
Summary
by MITRE • 09/26/2024
Incorrect Authorization vulnerability in National Keep Cyber Security Services CyberMath allows Accessing Functionality Not Properly Constrained by ACLs.
This issue affects CyberMath: before CYBM.240816253.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/04/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-7108 represents a critical authorization flaw within the National Keep Cyber Security Services CyberMath platform, specifically impacting versions prior to CYBM.240816253. This issue manifests as an incorrect authorization condition where users can access functionality that should be properly constrained by access control lists, creating a significant security risk for organizations relying on this cybersecurity solution. The flaw fundamentally undermines the principle of least privilege by allowing unauthorized access to protected system components and operations that should be restricted based on user roles and permissions.
This authorization vulnerability falls under the CWE-285 category of Improper Authorization, which is classified as a critical weakness in software security architectures. The technical implementation appears to contain insufficient access control checks within the CyberMath application's permission model, allowing malicious actors or compromised legitimate users to bypass established access control mechanisms. The vulnerability specifically affects the application's ability to properly enforce Access Control Lists that should govern user permissions and system functionality access. When ACLs fail to properly constrain access to system resources, attackers can potentially escalate privileges or access sensitive data and operations beyond their intended authorization levels.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access, as it creates potential pathways for privilege escalation and data compromise within the cybersecurity infrastructure. Organizations using affected versions of CyberMath may face scenarios where unauthorized users can access critical security functions, potentially leading to system compromise, data exfiltration, or disruption of security operations. The vulnerability affects the fundamental security posture of the platform, as it allows attackers to bypass the established authorization controls that are essential for maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of cybersecurity operations. This flaw could enable adversaries to manipulate security policies, access monitoring data, or interfere with the platform's core defensive capabilities.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-7108 should prioritize immediate upgrade to the patched version CYBM.240816253 or later, which addresses the improper authorization implementation. Organizations should conduct comprehensive access control reviews to identify any potential exploitation that may have occurred prior to patching. Security teams should implement additional monitoring for unauthorized access attempts and review existing user permissions to ensure proper enforcement of access control lists. The vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1078 for Valid Accounts and T1566 for Phishing, as it could enable attackers to leverage compromised credentials to access restricted functionality through the authorization bypass. Organizations should also consider implementing network segmentation and additional authentication controls to reduce the impact of potential exploitation, while ensuring that all access control mechanisms are properly validated and tested for proper enforcement of user permissions.