Is CVE-2024-53704 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2024-53704 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2024-53704 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2024-53704 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-53704?

CVE-2024-53704 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2024-53704

Published: February 18, 2025

EPSS:93.86%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.9th

Official Description

SonicWall SonicOS contains an improper authentication vulnerability in the SSLVPN authentication mechanism that allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

SonicWall SonicOS SSLVPN Improper Authentication Vulnerability

SonicWall SonicOS contains an improper authentication vulnerability in the SSLVPN authentication mechanism that allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication.

Added to KEV: 2025-02-18Federal patch deadline: 2025-03-11⚠ USED IN RANSOMWARE CAMPAIGNS

Required Action (CISA)

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

Risk Analysis

SonicWall SonicOS contains an improper authentication vulnerability in its SSLVPN mechanism, allowing a remote attacker to bypass authentication. With an EPSS score of 0.93864, the likelihood of exploitation is very high, and its inclusion in CISA's KEV confirms active exploitation, making this a critical vulnerability.

This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild, as confirmed by its 'in_the_wild' exploit status and inclusion in CISA's KEV. It is remotely exploitable due to the nature of the authentication bypass.

Recommended Action

SonicWall SonicOS users should apply all available security updates and patches immediately. Strengthening authentication policies and monitoring VPN access logs for suspicious activity are also recommended.

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-2024-53704 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-2024-53704 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.