CVE-2024-1708: ConnectWise ScreenConnect Path Traversal Vulnerability

Published Feb 21, 2024
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Updated

ConnectWise ScreenConnect 23.9.7 and prior are affected by path-traversal vulnerability, which may allow an attacker

the ability to execute remote code or directly impact confidential data or critical systems.

Other sources

ConnectWise ScreenConnect contains a path traversal vulnerability which could allow an attacker to execute remote code or directly impact confidential data and critical systems.

CISA

Affected Software

2 affected components
ConnectWise ScreenConnect<23.9.8
ConnectWise ScreenConnect

Event History

Feb 21, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:29 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
News Published
via BleepingComputer·05:18 PM
News Published
via BleepingComputer·05:20 PM
Feb 22, 2024
News Published
via BleepingComputer·06:34 PM
Feb 27, 2024
News Published
via BleepingComputer·06:53 PM
Mar 4, 2024
News Published
via BleepingComputer·10:14 PM
Apr 21, 2024
News Published
via BleepingComputer·02:21 PM
May 2, 2024
News Published
via BleepingComputer·07:38 PM
May 6, 2024
News Published
via The Register·01:37 PM
News Published
via The Register·01:41 PM
Sep 20, 2024
News Published
via The Register·03:29 PM
Apr 6, 2026
News Published
via BleepingComputer·04:56 PM
Apr 28, 2026
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
Known Ransomware
via CISA·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via CISA·12:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionAffected Software

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-1708?

CVE-2024-1708 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution and impact confidential data.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-1708?

To remediate CVE-2024-1708, upgrade ConnectWise ScreenConnect to version 23.9.8 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2024-1708?

CVE-2024-1708 affects all versions of ConnectWise ScreenConnect prior to 23.9.8.

4

Can CVE-2024-1708 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-1708 can be exploited remotely by manipulating path traversal mechanisms.

5

What impact does CVE-2024-1708 have on security?

CVE-2024-1708 may allow attackers to execute remote code, thereby compromising critical systems and data.

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