CVE-2024-12511

CVE-2024-12511 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-306.

Key facts

Description

With address book access, SMB/FTP settings could be modified, redirecting scans and possibly capturing credentials. This requires enabled scan functions and printer access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-12511?
With address book access, SMB/FTP settings could be modified, redirecting scans and possibly capturing credentials. This requires enabled scan functions and printer access.
How severe is CVE-2024-12511?
CVE-2024-12511 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.6, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity low, and availability low.
Is CVE-2024-12511 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (44th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-12511?
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.
Does CVE-2024-12511 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-12511 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-50922.
When was CVE-2024-12511 published?
CVE-2024-12511 was published on 2025-02-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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