CVE-2024-27944

Name: CVE-2024-27944
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-05-14T16:16:31.26+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 1.41%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-27944 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability has been identified in RUGGEDCOM CROSSBOW (All versions < V5.5). The affected systems allow a privileged user to upload firmware files to the root installation directory of the system. EPSS estimates a 1.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability has been identified in RUGGEDCOM CROSSBOW (All versions < V5.5). The affected systems allow a privileged user to upload firmware files to the root installation directory of the system. By replacing specific files, an attacker could tamper specific files or even achieve remote code execution.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.2/10

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

EPSS Probability

1.41%

69.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Siemens	Ruggedcom Crossbow	< 5.5

References

https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/html/ssa-916916.htmlVendor Advisory
https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/html/ssa-916916.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 14, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-27944?

How severe is CVE-2024-27944?

CVE-2024-27944 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-27944?

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