How severe is CVE-2024-12957?

CVE-2024-12957 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.4, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2024-12957 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (5th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-12957?

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-2024-12957 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-12957 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-51221.

When was CVE-2024-12957 published?

CVE-2024-12957 was published on 2025-01-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-12957

CVE-2024-12957 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.4. 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

Severity: High (CVSS 4.0 base score 8.4)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (5th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-51221
Weakness: CWE-306
Published: 2025-01-23
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A file handling command vulnerability in certain versions of Armoury Crate may result in arbitrary file deletion. Refer to the '01/23/2025 Security Update for Armoury Crate App' section on the ASUS Security Advisory for more information.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-12957?: A file handling command vulnerability in certain versions of Armoury Crate may result in arbitrary file deletion. Refer to the '01/23/2025 Security Update for Armoury Crate App' section on the ASUS Security Advisory for more information.
How severe is CVE-2024-12957?: CVE-2024-12957 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.4, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2024-12957 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (5th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-12957?: 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-2024-12957 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-12957 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-51221.
When was CVE-2024-12957 published?: CVE-2024-12957 was published on 2025-01-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.asus.com/content/asus-product-security-advisory/

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