CVE-2024-12728
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.93%
Last modified
CVE-2024-12728 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A weak credentials vulnerability potentially allows privileged system access via SSH to Sophos Firewall older than version 20.0 MR3 (20.0.3).. EPSS estimates a 0.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A weak credentials vulnerability potentially allows privileged system access via SSH to Sophos Firewall older than version 20.0 MR3 (20.0.3).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sophos | Firewall Firmware | < 20.0.3 |
References
- https://www.sophos.com/en-us/security-advisories/sophos-sa-20241219-sfos-rcePatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-12728?
A weak credentials vulnerability potentially allows privileged system access via SSH to Sophos Firewall older than version 20.0 MR3 (20.0.3).
How severe is CVE-2024-12728?
CVE-2024-12728 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-12728?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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