PatchTheCVECVE-2024-56311: REDCap through 14.9.6 has a security flaw in the Notes section of calendar events, exposing users to a Cross-S
CVE-2024-56311 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting redcap. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
REDCap through 14.9.6 has a security flaw in the Notes section of calendar events, exposing users to a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attack. An attacker can exploit this by luring users into accessing a calendar event's notes, which triggers a logout request and terminates their session. This vulnerability stems from the absence of CSRF protections on the logout functionality, allowing malicious actions to be executed without user consent.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.3% (top 76%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-352 |
| Published | 2024-12-22 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2024-56311?
redcap: upgrade to newer than 14.9.6. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-56311 being exploited?
CVE-2024-56311 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2024-56311 affect?
CVE-2024-56311 affects redcap. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). REDCap through 14.9.6 has a security flaw in the Notes section of calendar events, exposing users to a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attack. An attacker can exploit this by luring users into accessing a calendar event's notes, which tri
How urgent is CVE-2024-56311?
Priority 42/100. High severity; Public exploit reference
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