CVE-2020-24246

CVE-2020-24246 is a high-severity vulnerability in Peplink Balance 20x Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Peplink Balance before 8.1.0rc1 allows an unauthenticated attacker to download PHP configuration files (/filemanager/php/connector.php) from Web Admin.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-24246?
Peplink Balance before 8.1.0rc1 allows an unauthenticated attacker to download PHP configuration files (/filemanager/php/connector.php) from Web Admin.
How severe is CVE-2020-24246?
CVE-2020-24246 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2020-24246 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (67th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-24246?
CVE-2020-24246 primarily affects Peplink Balance 20x Firmware. In total, 55 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-24246?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2020-24246 published?
CVE-2020-24246 was published on 2020-10-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (55)