Is CVE-2024-57727 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2024-57727 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2024-57727 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2024-57727 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-57727?

CVE-2024-57727 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2024-57727

Published: February 13, 2025

EPSS:93.96%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.9th

Official Description

SimpleHelp remote support software contains multiple path traversal vulnerabilities that allow unauthenticated remote attackers to download arbitrary files from the SimpleHelp host via crafted HTTP requests. These files may include server configuration files and hashed user passwords.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

SimpleHelp Path Traversal Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2025-02-13Federal patch deadline: 2025-03-06⚠ 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 SimpleHelp remote support software involves multiple path traversal flaws, allowing unauthenticated remote attackers to download arbitrary files from the SimpleHelp host via crafted HTTP requests. These files can include sensitive server configuration and hashed user passwords. The high EPSS score of 0.93957 indicates a very high likelihood of exploitation, making this a critical vulnerability. Its inclusion in CISA's KEV catalog confirms active exploitation.

This vulnerability has been actively exploited in the wild, as indicated by its exploit status and inclusion in CISA's KEV catalog. The flaw is remotely exploitable by unauthenticated attackers.

Recommended Action

Apply the latest security updates or patches for SimpleHelp remote support software to fix the path traversal vulnerabilities. Restrict network access to the SimpleHelp server and monitor for suspicious HTTP requests.

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-2024-57727 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-2024-57727 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.