Vulnerability Description
AnyDesk through 8.1.0 on Windows, when Allow Direct Connections is enabled, inadvertently exposes a public IP address within network traffic. The attacker must know the victim's AnyDesk ID.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://download.anydesk.com/changelog.txt
- https://github.com/ebrasha/abdal-anydesk-remote-ip-detector
- https://x.com/ProfShafiei/status/1850856458017009830
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-52940?
CVE-2024-52940 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). AnyDesk through 8.1.0 on Windows, when Allow Direct Connections is enabled, inadvertently exposes a public IP address within network traffic. The attacker must know the victim's AnyDesk ID.
How severe is CVE-2024-52940?
CVE-2024-52940 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-52940?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.