Vulnerability Description
Cacti is an open source performance and fault management framework. Prior to 1.2.29, an administrator can change the `Poller Standard Error Log Path` parameter in either Installation Step 5 or in Configuration->Settings->Paths tab to a local file inside the server. Then simply going to Logs tab and selecting the name of the local file will show its content on the web UI. This vulnerability is fixed in 1.2.29.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cacti | Cacti | < 1.2.29 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/Cacti/cacti/commit/eca52c6bb3e76c55d66b1040baa6dbf37471a0aePatch
- https://github.com/Cacti/cacti/security/advisories/GHSA-pv2c-97pp-vxwgExploitVendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2025/02/msg00010.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-45598?
CVE-2024-45598 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.0 (MEDIUM). Cacti is an open source performance and fault management framework. Prior to 1.2.29, an administrator can change the `Poller Standard Error Log Path` parameter in either Installation Step 5 or in Conf...
How severe is CVE-2024-45598?
CVE-2024-45598 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-45598?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cacti Cacti.