Is CVE-2024-20767 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2024-20767 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2024-20767 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2024-20767 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-20767?

CVE-2024-20767 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2024-20767

Published: December 16, 2024

EPSS:94.14%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.9th

Official Description

Adobe ColdFusion contains an improper access control vulnerability that could allow an attacker to access or modify restricted files via an internet-exposed admin panel.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Adobe ColdFusion Improper Access Control Vulnerability

Adobe ColdFusion contains an improper access control vulnerability that could allow an attacker to access or modify restricted files via an internet-exposed admin panel.

Added to KEV: 2024-12-16Federal patch deadline: 2025-01-06

Required Action (CISA)

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Risk Analysis

Adobe ColdFusion contains an improper access control vulnerability that allows attackers to access or modify restricted files. With an EPSS score of 0.94135 and confirmed exploitation by CISA, this is a critical vulnerability with a high likelihood of active exploitation.

This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild. Attackers can leverage internet-exposed admin panels to manipulate restricted files remotely.

Recommended Action

Secure Adobe ColdFusion installations by applying the latest patches. Restrict access to the admin panel and ensure proper authentication and authorization controls are in place.

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-2024-20767 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-2024-20767 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.