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CVE-2024-3543

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.28%

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CVE-2024-3543 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Use of reversible password encryption algorithm allows attackers to decrypt passwords.  Sensitive information can be easily unencrypted by the attacker, stolen credentials can be used for arbitrary actions to corrupt the system. . EPSS estimates a 0.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Use of reversible password encryption algorithm allows attackers to decrypt passwords.  Sensitive information can be easily unencrypted by the attacker, stolen credentials can be used for arbitrary actions to corrupt the system.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
7.5/10

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

EPSS Probability
0.28%

19.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
ProgressLoadmaster>= 7.2.49.0, < 7.2.54.10
ProgressLoadmaster>= 7.2.55.0, < 7.2.59.4
ProgressLoadmaster7.2.48.11

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-3543?
Use of reversible password encryption algorithm allows attackers to decrypt passwords.  Sensitive information can be easily unencrypted by the attacker, stolen credentials can be used for arbitrary actions to corrupt the system.
How severe is CVE-2024-3543?
CVE-2024-3543 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-3543?
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