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CVE-2024-28827: Privilege escalation in Windows agent

First published: Wed Jul 10 2024(Updated: )

Incorrect permissions on the Checkmk Windows Agent's data directory in Checkmk < 2.3.0p8, < 2.2.0p29, < 2.1.0p45, and <= 2.0.0p39 (EOL) allows a local attacker to gain SYSTEM privileges.

Credit: security@checkmk.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Checkmk NagVis<=2.0.0
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-b1
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-b2
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-b3
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-b4
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-b5
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-b6
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-b7
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-b8
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-b9
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p1
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p10
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p11
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p12
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p13
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p14
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p15
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p16
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p17
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p18
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p19
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p2
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p20
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p21
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p22
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p23
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p24
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p25
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p26
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p27
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p28
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p29
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p3
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p30
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p31
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p32
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p33
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p34
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p35
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p36
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p37
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p38
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p39
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p4
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p40
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p41
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p42
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p43
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p44
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p5
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p6
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p7
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p8
Checkmk NagVis=2.1.0-p9
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-b1
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-b2
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-b3
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-b4
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-b5
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-b6
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-b7
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-b8
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-i1
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p1
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p10
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p11
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p12
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p13
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p14
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p15
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p16
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p17
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p18
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p19
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p2
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p20
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p21
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p22
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p23
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p24
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p25
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p26
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p27
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p28
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p3
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p4
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p5
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p6
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p7
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p8
Checkmk NagVis=2.2.0-p9
Checkmk NagVis=2.3.0
Checkmk NagVis=2.3.0-b1
Checkmk NagVis=2.3.0-b2
Checkmk NagVis=2.3.0-b3
Checkmk NagVis=2.3.0-b4
Checkmk NagVis=2.3.0-b5
Checkmk NagVis=2.3.0-b6
Checkmk NagVis=2.3.0-p1
Checkmk NagVis=2.3.0-p2
Checkmk NagVis=2.3.0-p3
Checkmk NagVis=2.3.0-p4
Checkmk NagVis=2.3.0-p5
Checkmk NagVis=2.3.0-p6
Checkmk NagVis=2.3.0-p7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-28827?

    CVE-2024-28827 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow local attackers to gain SYSTEM privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-28827?

    To fix CVE-2024-28827, update the Checkmk Windows Agent to versions 2.3.0p8 or later, 2.2.0p29 or later, 2.1.0p45 or later, or 2.0.0p39 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-28827?

    CVE-2024-28827 affects Checkmk versions below 2.3.0p8, 2.2.0p29, 2.1.0p45, and 2.0.0p39.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-28827?

    CVE-2024-28827 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability due to incorrect permissions.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-28827 until I can update?

    There is no official workaround for CVE-2024-28827, so updating to a secure version is strongly recommended.

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