CVE-2024-20767

Name: CVE-2024-20767
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-03-18T12:15:06.87+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.4/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 98.51%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-20767 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.4/10 on the CVSS scale. ColdFusion versions 2023.6, 2021.12 and earlier are affected by an Improper Access Control vulnerability that could result in arbitrary file system read. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to access or modify restricted files. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 98.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

ColdFusion versions 2023.6, 2021.12 and earlier are affected by an Improper Access Control vulnerability that could result in arbitrary file system read. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to access or modify restricted files. Exploitation of this issue does not require user interaction. Exploitation of this issue requires the admin panel be exposed to the internet.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.4/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N

EPSS Probability

98.51%

99.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Exploitation Status

This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by Jan 6, 2025.

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-284

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Adobe	Coldfusion	2021
Adobe	Coldfusion	2023

References

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/coldfusion/apsb24-14.htmlVendor Advisory
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/coldfusion/apsb24-14.htmlVendor Advisory
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2024-20767Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Mar 18, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-20767?

How severe is CVE-2024-20767?

CVE-2024-20767 has a CVSS score of 7.4/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 98.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

How do I fix CVE-2024-20767?

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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Source: NVD / NIST