CVE-2024-44765
CVE-2024-44765 is an Improper Authorization vulnerability in CloudPanel, potentially allowing unauthorized access to sensitive data. Specifically, MGT-COMMERCE GmbH CloudPanel versions 2.0.0 through 2.4.2 contain an Access Control Misconfiguration (CWE-863) that lets low-privilege users bypass security measures. These users can then access configuration files and administrative functionality that should be restricted. Despite a low CVSS score, the presence of "In The Wild" tags indicates active exploitation. With an SVRS of 30, while not critical, the vulnerability still represents a notable security risk. Immediate investigation and patching are recommended to prevent potential unauthorized access and maintain the integrity of the CloudPanel system. This vulnerability could lead to data breaches and system compromise.
Description
CVE-2024-44765 is an Improper Authorization (Access Control Misconfiguration) vulnerability affecting versions 2.0.0 to 2.4.2 of CloudPanel, a web hosting control panel developed by MGT-COMMERCE GmbH. This vulnerability allows low-privilege users to circumvent access controls and gain unauthorized access to sensitive configuration files and administrative functionality.
While the CVSS score is 6.5, the SOCRadar Vulnerability Risk Score (SVRS) is 30. This signifies a moderate level of risk, highlighting the potential for exploitation despite not being categorized as a high-severity vulnerability.
Key Insights
- Impact: Exploitation of CVE-2024-44765 could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive configuration files, including potentially confidential customer data, database credentials, and server settings. This could further allow attackers to manipulate system settings, install malware, and potentially launch further attacks on the network.
- Exploitation: The vulnerability has been observed "In The Wild," meaning attackers are actively exploiting it.
- Vulnerable Software: CloudPanel versions 2.0.0 through 2.4.2 are affected. Users are advised to immediately upgrade to the latest version, which includes a patch for this vulnerability.
- Threat Actors: While specific threat actors haven't been publicly linked to this exploit yet, the "In The Wild" status suggests that malicious actors are actively targeting vulnerable systems.
Mitigation Strategies
- Upgrade: Immediately upgrade CloudPanel to the latest version (2.4.3 or later), which addresses this vulnerability.
- Implement Access Controls: Enforce strict access control policies for administrative areas and restrict user access to sensitive functionalities based on the principle of least privilege.
- Security Monitoring: Implement robust security monitoring solutions to detect suspicious activity and unusual access patterns.
- Regular Patching: Implement a regular patching schedule to address known vulnerabilities in all software components, including CloudPanel and its dependencies.
Additional Information
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