Is CVE-2024-20419 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2024-20419 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2024-20419 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2024-20419 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-20419?

CVE-2024-20419 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2024-20419

Published: April 11, 2026

Official Description

A vulnerability in the authentication system of Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem (SSM On-Prem) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to change the password of any user, including administrative users.

This vulnerability is due to improper implementation of the password-change process. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending crafted HTTP requests to an affected device. A successful exploit could allow an attacker to access the web UI or API with the privileges of the compromised user.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2024-20419 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2024-20419 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.