CVE-2024-29974

Public Exploit

Description

** UNSUPPORTED WHEN ASSIGNED ** The remote code execution vulnerability in the CGI program “file_upload-cgi” in Zyxel NAS326 firmware versions before V5.21(AAZF.17)C0 and NAS542 firmware versions before V5.21(ABAG.14)C0 could allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code by uploading a crafted configuration file to a vulnerable device.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 18.48% Top 10%
Vendor Advisory zyxel.com
Affected: Zyxel NAS326 firmware
Affected: Zyxel NAS542 firmware
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.zyxel.com/global/en/support/security-advisories/zyxel-security-advisory-for-multiple-vulnerabilities-in-nas-products-06-04-2024 vendor advisory
https://outpost24.com/blog/zyxel-nas-critical-vulnerabilities/ third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-29974?
CVE-2024-29974 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-29974?
To fix CVE-2024-29974, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-29974 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-29974 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~18% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-29974?
CVE-2024-29974 affects Zyxel NAS326 firmware, Zyxel NAS542 firmware.
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