Is CVE-2024-12789 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2024-12789 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2024-12789 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2024-12789 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-12789?

CVE-2024-12789 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2024-12789

CWE-74Published: December 19, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability was found in PbootCMS up to 3.2.3. It has been classified as critical. This affects an unknown part of the file apps/home/controller/IndexController.php. The manipulation of the argument tag leads to code injection. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. Upgrading to version 3.2.4 is able to address this issue. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

PbootCMS versions up to 3.2.3 are vulnerable to remote code injection, which is classified as a critical risk with a CVSS score of 9.8. This allows attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely.

A public exploit has been disclosed and may be used. The vulnerability is not in the CISA KEV catalog.

Recommended Action

Upgrade PbootCMS to version 3.2.4 or later.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2024-12789 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), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.