CVE-2024-4740

Name: CVE-2024-4740
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-10-18T09:15:04.237+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.27%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-4740 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. MXsecurity software versions v1.1.0 and prior are vulnerable because of the use of hard-coded credentials. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to tamper with sensitive data.. EPSS estimates a 0.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

MXsecurity software versions v1.1.0 and prior are vulnerable because of the use of hard-coded credentials. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to tamper with sensitive data.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.5/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.27%

19.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Moxa	Mxsecurity	<= 1.1.0

References

https://www.moxa.com/en/support/product-support/security-advisory/mpsa-231878-mxsecurity-series-multiple-vulnerabilitiesVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 18, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-4740?

MXsecurity software versions v1.1.0 and prior are vulnerable because of the use of hard-coded credentials. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to tamper with sensitive data.

How severe is CVE-2024-4740?

CVE-2024-4740 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-4740?

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-2024-4740?

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Source: NVD / NIST