Is CVE-2024-40684 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2024-40684 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2024-40684 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2024-40684 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-40684?

CVE-2024-40684 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2024-40684

CWE-521Published: May 27, 2026· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

IBM Operations Analytics - Log Analysis 1.3.5.0, 1.3.5.1, 1.3.5.2, 1.3.5.3, 1.3.6.0, 1.3.6.1, 1.3.7.0, 1.3.7.1, 1.3.7.2, and 1.3.8.0, 1.3.8.1, 1.3.8.2, 1.3.8.3, 1.3.8.4 IBM SmartCloud Analytics - Log Analysis does not require that users should have strong passwords by default, which makes it easier for attackers to compromise user accounts.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

This critical vulnerability in IBM Operations Analytics - Log Analysis allows attackers to easily compromise user accounts due to the lack of strong password enforcement. With a CVSS score of 9.8, this flaw poses a significant risk for unauthorized access and potential system compromise. The absence of an EPSS score and KEV listing means there is no current indication of widespread exploitation, but the severity warrants immediate attention.

Currently, there are no known public exploits for this vulnerability. However, its remote exploitability (AV:N) and low attack complexity (AC:L) mean that an attacker could potentially exploit this flaw over a network without requiring complex conditions.

Recommended Action

To mitigate this vulnerability, ensure that strong password policies are enforced for all user accounts within IBM Operations Analytics - Log Analysis. Review and update password complexity requirements to prevent easy account compromise.

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-2024-40684 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.