CVE-2024-3498

Incorrect Permission Assignment Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Description

Attackers can then execute malicious files by enabling certain services of the printer via the web configuration page and elevate its privileges to root. As for the affected products/models/versions, see the reference URL.

Remediation

Solution:

  • This issue is fixed in the version released on June 14, 2024 and all later versions.

Workaround:

  • When connecting the MFPs and printers with an outer network such as the Internet, only operate it in a network environment protected by a firewall, etc. to prevent information from being leaked due to incorrect settings or avoid illegal access by unauthorized users.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Affected: Toshiba Tec Corporation Toshiba Tec e-Studio multi-function peripheral (MFP)
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-3498?
CVE-2024-3498 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-3498?
To fix CVE-2024-3498: This issue is fixed in the version released on June 14, 2024 and all later versions.
Is CVE-2024-3498 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-3498 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-3498?
CVE-2024-3498 affects Toshiba Tec Corporation Toshiba Tec e-Studio multi-function peripheral (MFP).
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