CVE-2024-11947: GFI Archiver Core Service Deserialization of Untrusted Data Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Dec 11, 2024
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Updated

GFI Archiver Core Service Deserialization of Untrusted Data Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of GFI Archiver. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the Core Service, which listens on TCP port 8017 by default. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in deserialization of untrusted data. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-24029.

Affected Software

2 affected components
GFI Archiver<15.7
GFI Archiver

Event History

Dec 11, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:54 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:54 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Dec 15, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·10:04 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-11947?

CVE-2024-11947 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-11947?

To mitigate CVE-2024-11947, update GFI Archiver to the latest version beyond 15.7.

3

What is required to exploit CVE-2024-11947?

Authentication is required to exploit CVE-2024-11947 on affected installations of GFI Archiver.

4

Which versions of GFI Archiver are affected by CVE-2024-11947?

GFI Archiver versions prior to 15.7 are affected by CVE-2024-11947.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-11947?

CVE-2024-11947 is a deserialization of untrusted data vulnerability that can lead to remote code execution.

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