CVE-2024-5540
MEDIUMCVSS 6.9/10EPSS 0.27%
Last modified
CVE-2024-5540 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.9/10 on the CVSS scale. The reflective cross-site scripting vulnerability found in ALC WebCTRL and Carrier i-Vu in versions older than 8.0 affects login panels allowing a malicious actor to compromise the client browser .. EPSS estimates a 0.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The reflective cross-site scripting vulnerability found in ALC WebCTRL and Carrier i-Vu in versions older than 8.0 affects login panels allowing a malicious actor to compromise the client browser .
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Weakness Enumeration
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-5540?
The reflective cross-site scripting vulnerability found in ALC WebCTRL and Carrier i-Vu in versions older than 8.0 affects login panels allowing a
malicious actor to compromise the client browser
.
How severe is CVE-2024-5540?
CVE-2024-5540 has a CVSS score of 6.9/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5540?
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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