CVE-2024-25995CWE-20

PHOENIX CONTACT: Remote code execution in CHARX Series

Critical · published March 12, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
72.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unauthenticated attack can turn your server into a playground for malicious mischief! Just a few tweaks are all it takes to unleash chaos and even gain root access. 🔥 Think of it like a hotel with a broken security system where anyone can walk in and change the lock codes. If a nefarious guest gets in, they can easily access any room, change settings, and even kick out the residents! This vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on your server, potentially leading to full control over the system or even a devastating denial-of-service attack. The damage could go beyond data loss, risking your entire service's availability and integrity!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel with a broken security system where anyone can walk in and change the lock codes. If a nefarious guest gets in, they can easily access any room, change settings, and even kick out the residents! CVE-2024-25995 arises from improper input validation that allows unauthenticated users to modify configurations, leading to severe security implications, such as remote code execution or denial-of-service conditions.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on your server, potentially leading to full control over the system or even a devastating denial-of-service attack. The damage could go beyond data loss, risking your entire service's availability and integrity! To mitigate this critical risk, patch your systems immediately to the latest version, which contains essential fixes for this vulnerability. Additionally, implement strict input validation checks to ensure that only authenticated changes can be made. Regular audits of your configuration settings will further bolster your defenses against unauthorized modifications. You've got this! Take these steps, and you'll be well on your way to securing your systems like the hero you are! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01404 · 72.4th percentile
Weakness
CWE-20 · Improper Input Validation
Published
2024-03-12T08:10Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 MAR 08:10Z
    PHOENIX CONTACT: Remote code execution in CHARX Series
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