CVE-2024-9842

Name: CVE-2024-9842
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-11-12T17:15:11.58+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.21%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-9842 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Incorrect permissions in Ivanti Secure Access Client before version 22.7R4 allows a local authenticated attacker to create arbitrary folders.. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Incorrect permissions in Ivanti Secure Access Client before version 22.7R4 allows a local authenticated attacker to create arbitrary folders.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

3.3/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.21%

11.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ivanti	Secure Access Client	< 22.7
Ivanti	Secure Access Client	22.7

References

https://forums.ivanti.com/s/article/Security-Advisory-Ivanti-Connect-Secure-ICS-Ivanti-Policy-Secure-IPS-Ivanti-Secure-Access-Client-ISAC-Multiple-CVEsVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 12, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-9842?

Incorrect permissions in Ivanti Secure Access Client before version 22.7R4 allows a local authenticated attacker to create arbitrary folders.

How severe is CVE-2024-9842?

CVE-2024-9842 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-9842?

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