Vulnerability Description
Netgate pfSense CE (prior to 2.8.0 beta release) and corresponding Plus builds is vulnerable to Cross-site scripting (XSS) in the Automatic Configuration Backup (ACB) service, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript, delete backups, or leak sensitive information via an unsanitized "reason" field and a derivable device key generated from the public SSH key.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netgate | Pfsense Ce | < 2.8.0 |
| Netgate | Pfsense Plus | < 25.03 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://netgate.comProduct
- https://blog.brillantit.com/exploiting-pfsense-xss-command-injection-cloud-hijacExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://docs.netgate.com/downloads/pfSense-SA-25_03.webgui.ascThird Party Advisory
- https://www.netgate.com/blog/important-security-updates-for-pfsense-plus-24.11-aRelease Notes
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-57273?
CVE-2024-57273 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). Netgate pfSense CE (prior to 2.8.0 beta release) and corresponding Plus builds is vulnerable to Cross-site scripting (XSS) in the Automatic Configuration Backup (ACB) service, allowing remote attacker...
How severe is CVE-2024-57273?
CVE-2024-57273 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-57273?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Netgate Pfsense Ce, Netgate Pfsense Plus.