CVE-2024-42427

Name: CVE-2024-42427
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-09-10T08:15:02.76+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.6/10EPSS 1.07%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-42427 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.6/10 on the CVSS scale. Dell ThinOS versions 2402 and 2405, contains an Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker with physical access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of privileges.. EPSS estimates a 1.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Dell ThinOS versions 2402 and 2405, contains an Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker with physical access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of privileges.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.6/10

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

EPSS Probability

1.07%

60.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Dell	Wyse Thinos	9.5.1079
Dell	Wyse Thinos	9.5.2109

References

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000228350/dsa-2024-386Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 10, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-42427?

How severe is CVE-2024-42427?

CVE-2024-42427 has a CVSS score of 7.6/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-42427?

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