Rejetto HTTP File Server Improper Neutralization of Special Elements Used in a Template Engine Vulnerability (CVE-2024-23692)
Severity: critical · Patch status: patched · Since 2024-07-09 · CVE-2024-23692
Rejetto HTTP File Server contains an improper neutralization of special elements used in a template engine vulnerability. This allows a remote, unauthenticated attacker to execute commands on the affected system by sending a specially crafted HTTP request. CISA added CVE-2024-23692 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog on Jul 9, 2024, which means attackers are exploiting it in the wild. CISA reports known use in ransomware campaigns.
What to do
- Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
- US federal agencies must remediate by Jul 30, 2024 (BOD 22-01); treat that as the outer limit.
Sources
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