Is CVE-2024-0787 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2024-0787 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2024-0787 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2024-0787 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-0787?

CVE-2024-0787 has a CVSS score of 5.9 (MEDIUM).

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MEDIUM

CVE-2024-0787

CWE-307Published: November 15, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

5.9

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

phpIPAM version 1.5.1 contains a vulnerability where an attacker can bypass the IP block mechanism to brute force passwords for users by using the 'X-Forwarded-For' header. The issue lies in the 'get_user_ip()' function in 'class.Common.php' at lines 1044 and 1045, where the presence of the 'X-Forwarded-For' header is checked and used instead of 'REMOTE_ADDR'. This vulnerability allows attackers to perform brute force attacks on user accounts, including the admin account. The issue is fixed in version 1.7.0.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2024-0787 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), with a CVSS base score of 5.9.