CVE-2024-24974
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 9.76%
Last modified
CVE-2024-24974 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The interactive service in OpenVPN 2.6.9 and earlier allows the OpenVPN service pipe to be accessed remotely, which allows a remote attacker to interact with the privileged OpenVPN interactive service.. EPSS estimates a 9.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The interactive service in OpenVPN 2.6.9 and earlier allows the OpenVPN service pipe to be accessed remotely, which allows a remote attacker to interact with the privileged OpenVPN interactive service.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openvpn | Openvpn | < 2.5.10 |
| Openvpn | Openvpn | >= 2.6.0, < 2.6.10 |
References
- https://community.openvpn.net/openvpn/wiki/CVE-2024-24974Vendor Advisory
- https://community.openvpn.net/openvpn/wiki/CVE-2024-24974Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-24974?
The interactive service in OpenVPN 2.6.9 and earlier allows the OpenVPN service pipe to be accessed remotely, which allows a remote attacker to interact with the privileged OpenVPN interactive service.
How severe is CVE-2024-24974?
CVE-2024-24974 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 9.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-24974?
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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