Vulnerability Description
An Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Read vulnerability affects the Agent when installed on a system. The parameter filename does not validate the path thus allowing users to read arbitrary files. As the application runs with the highest privileges (root/NT_AUTHORITY SYSTEM) by default attackers are able to obtain sensitive information. This issue affects Avid NEXIS E-series: before 2025.5.1; Avid NEXIS F-series: before 2025.5.1; Avid NEXIS PRO+: before 2025.5.1; System Director Appliance (SDA+): before 2025.5.1.
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://raeph123.github.io/BlogPosts/Avid_Nexis/Advisory_Avid_Nexus_Agent_Multip
- https://resources.avid.com/SupportFiles/attach/AvidNEXIS/AvidNEXIS_2025_5_1_Read
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-26291?
CVE-2024-26291 is a documented vulnerability. An Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Read vulnerability affects the Agent when installed on a system. The parameter filename does not validate the path thus allowing users to read arbitrary files. As the...
How severe is CVE-2024-26291?
CVSS scoring is not yet available for CVE-2024-26291. Check NVD for updates.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-26291?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.