CVE-2024-12729
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.31%
Last modified
CVE-2024-12729 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A post-auth code injection vulnerability in the User Portal allows authenticated users to execute code remotely in Sophos Firewall older than version 21.0 MR1 (21.0.1).. EPSS estimates a 1.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A post-auth code injection vulnerability in the User Portal allows authenticated users to execute code remotely in Sophos Firewall older than version 21.0 MR1 (21.0.1).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sophos | Firewall Firmware | < 21.0.1 |
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-2024-12729?
A post-auth code injection vulnerability in the User Portal allows authenticated users to execute code remotely in Sophos Firewall older than version 21.0 MR1 (21.0.1).
How severe is CVE-2024-12729?
CVE-2024-12729 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-12729?
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.
How Strix Helps
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