CVE-2024-40492

Name: CVE-2024-40492
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-07-17T22:15:03.923+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.80%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-40492 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Cross Site Scripting vulnerability in Heartbeat Chat v.15.2.1 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the setname function.. EPSS estimates a 0.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross Site Scripting vulnerability in Heartbeat Chat v.15.2.1 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the setname function.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.1/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.80%

52.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Heartbeat	Heartbeat	15.2.1

References

https://github.com/minendie/POC_CVE-2024-40492Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/minendie/POC_CVE-2024-40492Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 17, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-40492?

Cross Site Scripting vulnerability in Heartbeat Chat v.15.2.1 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the setname function.

How severe is CVE-2024-40492?

CVE-2024-40492 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-40492?

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-2024-40492?

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Source: NVD / NIST