CVE-2024-24402
NVD-CWE-noinfoPublished: February 26, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
An issue in Nagios XI 2024R1.01 allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges via a crafted script to the /usr/local/nagios/bin/npcd component.
Risk Analysis
Nagios XI 2024 contains a critical privilege escalation vulnerability in the npcd component. An attacker can leverage a crafted script to gain unauthorized elevated access, warranting a 9.8 CVSS score. This flaw represents a significant risk to system security.
No public exploit is currently known for this remotely exploitable flaw, and it is not tracked in the CISA KEV database. The low complexity of the attack vector makes it a priority for remediation.
Apply the latest security patches provided by Nagios for Nagios XI 2024. Ensure that the npcd component is properly secured and access is restricted.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-24402 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.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-24402 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts