CVE-2024-24916
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 1.77%
Last modified
CVE-2024-24916 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Untrusted DLLs in the installer's directory may be loaded and executed, leading to potentially arbitrary code execution with the installer's privileges (admin).. EPSS estimates a 1.77% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Untrusted DLLs in the installer's directory may be loaded and executed, leading to potentially arbitrary code execution with the installer's privileges (admin).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Checkpoint | Smartconsole | r81.10 | Build400 |
| Checkpoint | Smartconsole | r81.20 | Build640 |
References
- https://support.checkpoint.com/results/sk/sk183342Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-24916?
Untrusted DLLs in the installer's directory may be loaded and executed, leading to potentially arbitrary code execution with the installer's privileges (admin).
How severe is CVE-2024-24916?
CVE-2024-24916 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.77% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-24916?
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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