CVE-2024-8540
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.25%
Last modified
CVE-2024-8540 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Insecure permissions in Ivanti Sentry before versions 9.20.2 and 10.0.2 or 10.1.0 allow a local authenticated attacker to modify sensitive application components.. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Insecure permissions in Ivanti Sentry before versions 9.20.2 and 10.0.2 or 10.1.0 allow a local authenticated attacker to modify sensitive application components.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ivanti | Standalone Sentry | < 9.20.2 |
| Ivanti | Standalone Sentry | 10.0.1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-8540?
Insecure permissions in Ivanti Sentry before versions 9.20.2 and 10.0.2 or 10.1.0 allow a local authenticated attacker to modify sensitive application components.
How severe is CVE-2024-8540?
CVE-2024-8540 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-8540?
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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