CVE-2024-28739

Name: CVE-2024-28739
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-08-06T19:15:56.287+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 17.74%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-28739 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue in Koha ILS 23.05 and before allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted script to the format parameter.. EPSS estimates a 17.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An issue in Koha ILS 23.05 and before allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted script to the format parameter.

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

17.74%

96.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Koha	Koha	<= 23.05.00

References

https://febin0x4e4a.wordpress.com/2024/03/07/xss-to-one-click-rce-in-koha-ils/Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 6, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-28739?

An issue in Koha ILS 23.05 and before allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted script to the format parameter.

How severe is CVE-2024-28739?

CVE-2024-28739 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 17.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-28739?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2024-28739?

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Source: NVD / NIST