CVE-2024-29844: evolution (CVSS 9.8)

Description

Default credentials on the Web Interface of Evolution Controller 2.x allows anyone to log in to the server directly to perform administrative functions. Upon installation or upon first login, the application does not ask the user to change the password. There is no warning or prompt to ask the user to change the default password.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

9.8

CRITICAL

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

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-1392 CWE-1392

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
cs-technologies	evolution	< 2.04.560

References

Other References

https://directcyber.com.au/sa/CVE-2024-29836-to-29844-evolution-controller-multiple-vulnerabilities.html https://directcyber.com.au/sa/CVE-2024-29836-to-29844-evolution-controller-multiple-vulnerabilities.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-29844? +

Default credentials on the Web Interface of Evolution Controller 2.x allows anyone to log in to the server directly to perform administrative functions. Upon installation or upon first login, the application does not ask the user to change the password. There is no warning or prompt to ask the user to change the default password. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2024-29844? +

CVE-2024-29844 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.8 out of 10, rated CRITICAL. This is a critical vulnerability that should be patched immediately.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-29844? +

CVE-2024-29844 affects products from cs-technologies, specifically: evolution. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-29844? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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