CVE-2024-4879: ServiceNow has addressed an input validation vulnerability that was identified in Vancouver and Washington DC Now Platform releases. This vulnerabilit...

Description

ServiceNow has addressed an input validation vulnerability that was identified in Vancouver and Washington DC Now Platform releases. This vulnerability could enable an unauthenticated user to remotely execute code within the context of the Now Platform. ServiceNow applied an update to hosted instances, and ServiceNow released the update to our partners and self-hosted customers. Listed below are the patches and hot fixes that address the vulnerability. If you have not done so already, we recommend applying security patches relevant to your instance as soon as possible.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

9.8/10

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

CVSS 4.0

9.3/10

CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X

EPSS Probability

99.98%

100.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Exploitation Status

This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by Aug 19, 2024.

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-1287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Servicenow	Servicenow	utah
Servicenow	Servicenow	vancouver
Servicenow	Servicenow	washington_dc

References

https://support.servicenow.com/kb?id=kb_article_view&sysparm_article=KB1644293Permissions Required
https://support.servicenow.com/kb?id=kb_article_view&sysparm_article=KB1645154Vendor Advisory
https://www.darkreading.com/cloud-security/patchnow-servicenow-critical-rce-bugs-active-exploitPress/Media Coverage, Third Party Advisory
https://support.servicenow.com/kb?id=kb_article_view&sysparm_article=KB1644293Permissions Required
https://support.servicenow.com/kb?id=kb_article_view&sysparm_article=KB1645154Vendor Advisory
https://www.darkreading.com/cloud-security/patchnow-servicenow-critical-rce-bugs-active-exploitPress/Media Coverage, Third Party Advisory
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2024-4879US Government Resource

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-4879?

ServiceNow has addressed an input validation vulnerability that was identified in Vancouver and Washington DC Now Platform releases. This vulnerability could enable an unauthenticated user to remotely execute code within the context of the Now Platform. ServiceNow applied an update to hosted instances, and ServiceNow released the update to our partners and self-hosted customers. Listed below are the patches and hot fixes that address the vulnerability. If you have not done so already, we recommend applying security patches relevant to your instance as soon as possible.

How severe is CVE-2024-4879?

CVE-2024-4879 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 99.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

How do I fix CVE-2024-4879?

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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