CVE-2025-61304
CWE-78Published: November 5, 2025· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
OS command injection vulnerability in Dynatrace ActiveGate ping extension up to 1.016 via crafted ip address.
Risk Analysis
This critical OS command injection vulnerability in Dynatrace ActiveGate ping extension up to 1.016 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands. By crafting a malicious IP address, an unauthenticated, remote attacker can compromise the system. The CVSS score of 9.8 indicates a severe risk.
No public exploit is currently known for this vulnerability. Its remote exploitability (AV:N) and low attack complexity (AC:L) make it a significant threat, as it does not require authentication.
Dynatrace ActiveGate users should update the ping extension to a version beyond 1.016 to address this OS command injection vulnerability. Ensure that all user-supplied inputs, especially IP addresses, are properly validated and sanitized.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-61304 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), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2025-61304 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts