CVE-2024-9576

Name: CVE-2024-9576
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-10-07T15:15:10.467+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.14%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-9576 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Vulnerability in Distro Linux Workbooth v2.5 that allows to escalate privileges to the root user by manipulating the network configuration script.. EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Vulnerability in Distro Linux Workbooth v2.5 that allows to escalate privileges to the root user by manipulating the network configuration script.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.14%

4.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-284

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Workbooth Project	Workbooth	2.5

References

https://www.incibe.es/en/incibe-cert/notices/aviso/improper-access-control-linux-workbooth-distroThird Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 7, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-9576?

Vulnerability in Distro Linux Workbooth v2.5 that allows to escalate privileges to the root user by manipulating the network configuration script.

How severe is CVE-2024-9576?

CVE-2024-9576 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-9576?

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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Source: NVD / NIST