Is CVE-2024-4990 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2024-4990 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2024-4990 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2024-4990 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-4990?

CVE-2024-4990 has a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2024-4990

CWE-470Published: March 20, 2025· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.1

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

In yiisoft/yii2 version 2.0.48, the base Component class contains a vulnerability where the `__set()` magic method does not validate that the value passed is a valid Behavior class name or configuration. This allows an attacker to instantiate arbitrary classes, passing parameters to their constructors and invoking setter methods. Depending on the installed dependencies, various types of attacks are possible, including the execution of arbitrary code, retrieval of sensitive information, and unauthorized access.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2024-4990 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), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.1.