Is CVE-2024-4577 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2024-4577 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2024-4577 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2024-4577 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-4577?

CVE-2024-4577 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2024-4577

Published: June 12, 2024

EPSS:94.37%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:100.0th

Official Description

PHP, specifically Windows-based PHP used in CGI mode, contains an OS command injection vulnerability that allows for arbitrary code execution. This vulnerability is a patch bypass for CVE-2012-1823.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

PHP-CGI OS Command Injection Vulnerability

PHP, specifically Windows-based PHP used in CGI mode, contains an OS command injection vulnerability that allows for arbitrary code execution. This vulnerability is a patch bypass for CVE-2012-1823.

Added to KEV: 2024-06-12Federal patch deadline: 2024-07-03⚠ USED IN RANSOMWARE CAMPAIGNS

Required Action (CISA)

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

Risk Analysis

This vulnerability in PHP, specifically when used in CGI mode on Windows, allows for operating system command injection and arbitrary code execution. It is a bypass for a previous security fix, CVE-2012-1823. This is a high-severity issue with a very high exploitation likelihood (EPSS 0.94374) and is actively exploited.

This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild and is included in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. It is remotely exploitable, allowing for arbitrary code execution.

Recommended Action

Update PHP to the latest secure version, especially if running on Windows in CGI mode. Consider alternative PHP deployment modes that are not susceptible to this specific vulnerability.

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-2024-4577 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-2024-4577 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.