Is CVE-2024-42469 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2024-42469 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2024-42469 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2024-42469 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-42469?

CVE-2024-42469 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2024-42469

CWE-22Published: August 12, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

openHAB, a provider of open-source home automation software, has add-ons including the visualization add-on CometVisu. Prior to version 4.2.1, CometVisu's file system endpoints don't require authentication and additionally the endpoint to update an existing file is susceptible to path traversal. This makes it possible for an attacker to overwrite existing files on the openHAB instance. If the overwritten file is a shell script that is executed at a later time, this vulnerability can allow remote code execution by an attacker. Users should upgrade to version 4.2.1 to receive a patch.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2024-42469 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.