CVE-2024-27173: Remote Command program allows an attacker to get Remote Code Execution by overwriting existing Python files containing executable code. This vulnerabi...

Description

Remote Command program allows an attacker to get Remote Code Execution by overwriting existing Python files containing executable code. This vulnerability can be executed in combination with other vulnerabilities and difficult to execute alone. So, the CVSS score for this vulnerability alone is lower than the score listed in the "Base Score" of this vulnerability. For detail on related other vulnerabilities, please ask to the below contact point. https://www.toshibatec.com/contacts/products/ As for the affected products/models/versions, see the reference URL.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

9.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

3.17%

86.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-22

References

Timeline

Published: Jun 14, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Deferred

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-27173?

Remote Command program allows an attacker to get Remote Code Execution by overwriting existing Python files containing executable code. This vulnerability can be executed in combination with other vulnerabilities and difficult to execute alone. So, the CVSS score for this vulnerability alone is lower than the score listed in the "Base Score" of this vulnerability. For detail on related other vulnerabilities, please ask to the below contact point. https://www.toshibatec.com/contacts/products/ As for the affected products/models/versions, see the reference URL.

How severe is CVE-2024-27173?

CVE-2024-27173 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-27173?

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.