When browsing security alerts, you may have seen identifiers like CVE-2024-25709. These are unique numbers assigned to track vulnerabilities in software and hardware. But sometimes, you'll see a CVE that's been "rejected" or "withdrawn". Today, let's break down what this means, why it happens, and provide exclusive technical details—even code!—around the process, with a spotlight on our example CVE-2024-25709.

What is CVE-2024-25709?

CVE stands for *Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures*. Each CVE entry is a record in the international database of publicly disclosed security flaws. CVE-2024-25709 was issued, but then marked as REJECTED by its Numbering Authority (the organization managing the CVE process).

Why Was CVE-2024-25709 Rejected?

>Original Reference (NVD link)
>
>REJECTED REASON:
>_This CVE ID has been rejected or withdrawn by its CVE Numbering Authority because this item is scheduled to be patched at a future time._

This means that the issue, while recognized, will be or has been addressed in an upcoming patch, and so doesn't meet criteria for being tracked as a separate, public vulnerability (just yet).

Patch in Progress: The vendor confirms a fix is coming *soon*.

4. Withdrawal Decision: Since the vulnerability will not be public (or differs from original report), the CNA marks the CVE as REJECTED or WITHDRAWN.

What Happens Behind the Scenes? (The Exclusive Stuff)

To help you understand, here's a basic code snippet of what a system to process CVE requests might look like:

class CVE:
    def __init__(self, cve_id, status="OPEN"):
        self.cve_id = cve_id
        self.status = status
        self.reason = ""

    def reject(self, reason):
        self.status = "REJECTED"
        self.reason = reason

# Simulating the rejection process for CVE-2024-25709
cve = CVE("CVE-2024-25709")
patch_scheduled = True

if patch_scheduled:
    cve.reject("Scheduled to be patched at a future time")
    print(f"{cve.cve_id} status: {cve.status} | Reason: {cve.reason}")

Output

CVE-2024-25709 status: REJECTED | Reason: Scheduled to be patched at a future time

Can These CVEs Still Be Exploited?

If you find a CVE in this state, the actual risk depends on whether the flaw is known and unpatched. In the case of CVE-2024-25709:

No public advisory will be maintained.

For your systems:
Keep an eye out for *official patches* from the software vendor. Rejected CVEs might still be a risk until the patch is actually published and installed.

Good Practice: How To Respond to Withdrawn or Rejected CVEs

1. Read the Status Carefully: A rejected CVE is not always safe to ignore; it may become an active issue if a patch is delayed.
2. Apply Future Updates: If it's scheduled for a fix, set reminders to install updates once available.
3. Monitor Vendor Notices: Some vendors will reference old, withdrawn CVEs when releasing security updates.

References

- Official CVE-2024-25709 NVD Entry
- CVE Program’s FAQ: Why Some CVEs Get Rejected
- How the CVE Identification Process Works

Final Thoughts

A rejected CVE like CVE-2024-25709 doesn't mean the problem vanished. Instead, it usually means someone is already working on a fix behind the scenes. Check vendor advisories, keep your systems updated, and stay alert for final patches.

Have more questions about CVE IDs or how the process works? Drop them in the comments!

Timeline

Published on: 04/04/2024 18:15:13 UTC
Last modified on: 10/08/2024 16:42:22 UTC