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CVE-2024-8652

6.1 · MEDIUM
Published Sep 19, 2024 netcat CWE-79 EPSS 0.28% (20th pctl)

Overview

CVE-2024-8652 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting netcat netcat_content_management_system. It was published on September 19, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical Description

A vulnerability in NetCat CMS allows an attacker to execute JavaScript code in a user's browser when they visit specific path on the site.

This issue affects NetCat CMS v. 6.4.0.24126.2 and possibly others.

Apply patch from vendor https://netcat.ru/ https://netcat.ru/] . Versions 6.4.0.24248 and on have the patch.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from netcat. Update netcat_content_management_system to the latest patched version. 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.

Affected Products

Vendor Product Versions Status
netcat netcat_content_management_system >= 0, < 6.4.0.24248 Affected

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-8652?

CVE-2024-8652 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting netcat netcat_content_management_system. It was published on September 19, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-8652?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2024-8652?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from netcat. Update netcat_content_management_system to the latest patched version. 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-2024-8652?

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