CVE-2024-11633CWE-88

Argument injection in Ivanti Connect Secure before version 22.7R2.4 allows a remote authenticated attacker with admin privileges to achieve remote code…

Critical · published December 10, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.1
EPSS
2%
Percentile
76.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A crafty admin with privileges can exploit argument injection in Ivanti Connect Secure versions before 22.7R2.4 to run remote code - that's a ticket to the control room! Think of it like a restaurant where the head chef can sneak in any ingredient they want into the dishes without anyone checking — one rogue order can spoil the entire menu! Imagine an attacker with admin rights slipping malicious commands into your system, gaining full control to read, modify, or delete sensitive data. The consequences could be absolutely devastating — they could turn your secure environment into their own playground, which is a nightmare for any organization!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the head chef can sneak in any ingredient they want into the dishes without anyone checking — one rogue order can spoil the entire menu! This vulnerability arises from improper handling of arguments in the Ivanti Connect Secure, allowing a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code, essentially opening the backdoor to your system.

What to do

Imagine an attacker with admin rights slipping malicious commands into your system, gaining full control to read, modify, or delete sensitive data. The consequences could be absolutely devastating — they could turn your secure environment into their own playground, which is a nightmare for any organization! To secure your environment, immediately update to Ivanti Connect Secure version 22.7R2.4 or later. Review access controls for admin privileges and consider implementing additional monitoring to catch any suspicious activity. You've got this! By taking these steps, you’re not just fixing a vulnerability; you’re becoming a security hero! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.1 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01694 · 76.9th percentile
Weakness
CWE-88 · Improper Neutralization of Argument Delimiters in a Command ('Argument Injection')
Published
2024-12-10T18:47Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 DEC 18:47Z
    Argument injection in Ivanti Connect Secure before version 22.7R2.4 allows a remote authenticated attacker with admin privileges to achieve remote code…
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