How severe is CVE-2024-12833?

CVE-2024-12833 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2024-12833 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (52nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-12833?

CVE-2024-12833 affects Paessler Prtg Network Monitor. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2024-12833?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

Does CVE-2024-12833 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-12833 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-51135.

When was CVE-2024-12833 published?

CVE-2024-12833 was published on 2025-02-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-12833

CVE-2024-12833 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Paessler Prtg Network Monitor with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1. 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-79.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (52nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-51135
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Paessler Prtg Network Monitor
Published: 2025-02-11
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Paessler PRTG Network Monitor SNMP Cross-Site Scripting Authentication Bypass Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of Paessler PRTG Network Monitor. Some user interaction on the part of an administrator is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the PRTG Network Monitor web interface. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can lead to the injection of an arbitrary script. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication on the system. Was ZDI-CAN-23371.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-12833?: Paessler PRTG Network Monitor SNMP Cross-Site Scripting Authentication Bypass Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of Paessler PRTG Network Monitor. Some user interaction on the part of an administrator is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the PRTG Network Monitor web interface. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can lead to the injection of an arbitrary script. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication on the system. Was ZDI-CAN-23371.
How severe is CVE-2024-12833?: CVE-2024-12833 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2024-12833 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (52nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-12833?: CVE-2024-12833 affects Paessler Prtg Network Monitor. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-12833?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2024-12833 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-12833 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-51135.
When was CVE-2024-12833 published?: CVE-2024-12833 was published on 2025-02-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1736/

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:paessler:prtg_network_monitor:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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