CVE-2024-12686: BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access (PRA) and Remote Support (RS) OS Command Injection Vulnerability
First published: Wed Dec 18 2024(Updated: )
A vulnerability has been discovered in Privileged Remote Access (PRA) and Remote Support (RS) which can allow an attacker with existing administrative privileges to inject commands and run as a site user.
Credit: 13061848-ea10-403d-bd75-c83a022c2891 13061848-ea10-403d-bd75-c83a022c2891
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access | <=24.3.1 | |
| BeyondTrust Remote Support | <=24.3.1 | |
| BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access |
Remedy
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
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Reference Links
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/beyondtrust-says-hackers-breached-remote-support-saas-instances/
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/us-treasury-department-breached-through-remote-support-platform/
- https://www.beyondtrust.com/trust-center/security-advisories/bt24-11
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-12686
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/cisa-orders-agencies-to-patch-beyondtrust-bug-exploited-in-attacks/
- https://www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/cisa-warns-of-second-vuln-found-in-beyondtrust-breach-investigation
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/postgresql-flaw-exploited-as-zero-day-in-beyondtrust-breach/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-12686?
CVE-2024-12686 has been rated with a high severity level due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2024-12686?
To fix CVE-2024-12686, users should update to the latest version of BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access and Remote Support beyond version 24.3.1.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-12686?
CVE-2024-12686 affects users of BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access and Remote Support versions up to and including 24.3.1.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2024-12686?
An attacker with existing administrative privileges can exploit CVE-2024-12686 to inject commands and run processes as a site user.
What products are involved in CVE-2024-12686?
CVE-2024-12686 specifically involves BeyondTrust's Privileged Remote Access (PRA) and Remote Support (RS) products.
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