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CVE-2024-6515

9.6 · CRITICAL

Web browser interface may manipulate application username/password in clear text or Base64 encoding providing a higher probability of unintended credentails exposure.

Published Dec 5, 2024CWE-319EPSS 0.40%

Overview

CVE-2024-6515 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 5, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.6 (CRITICAL).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.6, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Web browser interface may manipulate application username/password in clear text or Base64 encoding providing a higher probability of unintended credentails exposure. 

Affected products:

ABB ASPECT - Enterprise v3.08.02;

NEXUS Series v3.08.02;

MATRIX Series v3.08.02

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-6515?

CVE-2024-6515 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 5, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.6 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2024-6515?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.6, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2024-6515?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2024-6515?

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