CVE-2024-2004: Low Vulnerability in Apple curl

CVE-2024-2004 is a low-severity vulnerability identified in Apple curl, specifically arising from an error in protocol selection logic. When a protocol selection parameter option disables all protocols without adding any, the default set of protocols inadvertently remains allowed. This flaw can be exploited through a request to curl.se using a plaintext protocol that has been explicitly disabled, which results in a command that lacks practical use. Given the nature of the flaw, it is considered unlikely to be encountered in real-world situations.

The CVSS score assigned to this vulnerability is 3.5, indicating a low severity level. Organizations using affected versions of curl should be aware of the potential risks associated with this vulnerability, even though it has been assessed as low impact and unlikely to be exploited in practice.

As with any vulnerability, organizations should remain vigilant. Although the urgency for immediate action may be low, monitoring for any future exploits or changes in the risk landscape is advisable. The curl security team has indicated that this bug does not require immediate remediation but should be addressed in a routine patch cycle.