CVE-2024-45519
Published: October 3, 2024
Official Description
Synacor Zimbra Collaboration Suite (ZCS) contains an unspecified vulnerability in the postjournal service that may allow an unauthenticated user to execute commands.
CISA KEV Advisory
Synacor Zimbra Collaboration Suite (ZCS) Command Execution Vulnerability
Synacor Zimbra Collaboration Suite (ZCS) contains an unspecified vulnerability in the postjournal service that may allow an unauthenticated user to execute commands.
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Risk Analysis
Synacor Zimbra Collaboration Suite (ZCS) has an unspecified vulnerability in its postjournal service that allows unauthenticated command execution. With an EPSS score of 0.94112 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. An unauthenticated user can remotely execute commands on the affected ZCS system.
Apply the latest security updates and patches for Synacor Zimbra Collaboration Suite (ZCS). Monitor ZCS systems for any unusual activity or unauthorized command execution.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-45519 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-2024-45519 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.
Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-45519 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1