CVE-2024-47857 — CRITICAL (9.8)

Vulnerability Description

SSH Communication Security PrivX versions between 18.0-36.0 implement insufficient validation on public key signatures when using native SSH connections via a proxy port. This allows an existing PrivX "account A" to impersonate another existing PrivX "account B" and gain access to SSH target hosts to which the "account B" has access.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-20

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-47857?

CVE-2024-47857 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). SSH Communication Security PrivX versions between 18.0-36.0 implement insufficient validation on public key signatures when using native SSH connections via a proxy port. This allows an existing PrivX...

How severe is CVE-2024-47857?

CVE-2024-47857 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-47857?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.