CVE-2024-38864

User-Readable Private Key in Windows Agent

Description

Incorrect permissions on the Checkmk Windows Agent's data directory in Checkmk < 2.3.0p23, < 2.2.0p38 and <= 2.1.0p49 (EOL) allows a local attacker to read sensitive data.

Category

4.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 4.0 •
EPSS 0.02%
Affected: Checkmk GmbH Checkmk
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://checkmk.com/werk/17098

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-38864?
CVE-2024-38864 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-38864?
To fix CVE-2024-38864, 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-2024-38864 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-38864 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-2024-38864?
CVE-2024-38864 affects Checkmk GmbH Checkmk.
This platform uses data from the NIST NVD, MITRE CVE, MITRE CWE, First.org and CISA KEV but is not endorsed or certified by these entities. CVE is a registred trademark of the MITRE Corporation and the authoritative source of CVE content is MITRE's CVE web site. CWE is a registred trademark of the MITRE Corporation and the authoritative source of CWE content is MITRE's CWE web site.
© 2025 Under My Watch. All Rights Reserved.