CVE-2024-7402: Netskope Client Configuration Tampering with Local MITM

Published Aug 14, 2025
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Updated

Netskope has identified a potential gap in its agent (Netskope Client) in which a malicious insider can potentially tamper the Netskope Client configuration by performing MITM (Man-in-the-Middle) activity on the Netskope Client communication channel. A successful exploitation would require administrative privileges on the machine, and could result in temporarily altering the configuration of Netskope Client or permanently disabling or removing the agent from the machine.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Netskope Netskope Client

Remediation

Information

Customers can apply the fix by enabling the “Secure Configuration” option from the tenant under Settings -> Security Cloud Platform -> Netskope Client -> MDM Distribution -> Secure Enrollment page. Customers are recommended to upgrade the Netskope Client to the latest versions of R123, R126, R129 or higher and adopt “Netskope Client Secure Configuration Service” for APIs.

Event History

Aug 14, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:32 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:32 AM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-7402?

CVE-2024-7402 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for a malicious insider to compromise the Netskope Client's configuration.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-7402?

To fix CVE-2024-7402, ensure that the Netskope Client is updated to the latest version and review security policies to prevent unauthorized access.

3

What type of attack can exploit CVE-2024-7402?

CVE-2024-7402 can be exploited through Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) attacks where a malicious insider can intercept and tamper with the communication channel.

4

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-7402?

The potential impacts of CVE-2024-7402 include unauthorized access to sensitive information and the ability for insiders to manipulate configurations of the Netskope Client.

5

Who is affected by CVE-2024-7402?

CVE-2024-7402 affects users of the Netskope Client, particularly in environments where insider threats are a concern.

Contact

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