CVE-2024-8278
HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 1.10%
Last modified
CVE-2024-8278 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. A privilege escalation vulnerability was discovered in XCC that could allow a valid, authenticated XCC user with elevated privileges to perform command injection via specially crafted IPMI commands.. EPSS estimates a 1.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A privilege escalation vulnerability was discovered in XCC that could allow a valid, authenticated XCC user with elevated privileges to perform command injection via specially crafted IPMI commands.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-8278?
A privilege escalation vulnerability was discovered in XCC that could allow a valid, authenticated XCC user with elevated privileges to perform command injection via specially crafted IPMI commands.
How severe is CVE-2024-8278?
CVE-2024-8278 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-8278?
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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