CVE-2024-11838CWE-73

Local File Inclusion

High · published December 13, 2024

CVSS v4.0
8.6
EPSS
0%
Percentile
37.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ An undocumented API endpoint in PlexTrac can allow local code inclusion — a hacker's dream and a security nightmare! 🔥 Think of it like a secret entrance to a secure building that nobody knew about. If an intruder found it, they could slip in undetected and leave a trail of chaos in their wake. An attacker exploiting this could execute malicious code on your system, potentially compromising sensitive data and disrupting operations. This isn't just a minor scare; it's a major security breach lurking in your environment!

Put simply

Think of it like a secret entrance to a secure building that nobody knew about. If an intruder found it, they could slip in undetected and leave a trail of chaos in their wake. This vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate file paths and names through an undocumented API, leading to local code inclusion on PlexTrac versions from 1.61.3 up to, but not including, 2.8.1.

What to do

An attacker exploiting this could execute malicious code on your system, potentially compromising sensitive data and disrupting operations. This isn't just a minor scare; it's a major security breach lurking in your environment! To protect yourself, upgrade PlexTrac to version 2.8.1 or later immediately. Review your API configurations for any undocumented endpoints and ensure proper security measures are in place. Regularly audit your applications for vulnerabilities! You've got this! With these steps, you'll strengthen your defenses in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v4.0
8.6 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:H/SI:H/SA:N/U:Red
EPSS
0.00443 · 37.5th percentile
Weakness
CWE-73 · External Control of File Name or Path
Published
2024-12-13T05:51Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 DEC 05:51Z
    Local File Inclusion
    cvelistv5