CVE-2024-36497
CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 0.46%
Last modified
CVE-2024-36497 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The decrypted configuration file contains the password in cleartext which is used to configure WINSelect. It can be used to remove the existing restrictions and disable WINSelect entirely.. EPSS estimates a 0.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The decrypted configuration file contains the password in cleartext which is used to configure WINSelect. It can be used to remove the existing restrictions and disable WINSelect entirely.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-36497?
The decrypted configuration file contains the password in cleartext
which is used to configure WINSelect. It can be used to remove the
existing restrictions and disable WINSelect entirely.
How severe is CVE-2024-36497?
CVE-2024-36497 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-36497?
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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