CVE-2024-5009

WhatsUp Gold SetAdminPassword Improper Access Control Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Description

In WhatsUp Gold versions released before 2023.1.3, an Improper Access Control vulnerability in Wug.UI.Controllers.InstallController.SetAdminPassword allows local attackers to modify admin's password.

Category

8.4
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 1.59% Top 20%
Vendor Advisory progress.com
Affected: Progress Software Corporation WhatsUp Gold
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.progress.com/network-monitoring product
https://community.progress.com/s/article/WhatsUp-Gold-Security-Bulletin-June-2024 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-5009?
CVE-2024-5009 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-5009?
To fix CVE-2024-5009, 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-2024-5009 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-5009 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-5009?
CVE-2024-5009 affects Progress Software Corporation WhatsUp Gold.
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