How severe is CVE-2024-45481?

CVE-2024-45481 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2024-45481 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (4th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-45481?

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-2024-45481 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-45481 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-54294.

When was CVE-2024-45481 published?

CVE-2024-45481 was published on 2025-03-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-45481

CVE-2024-45481 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.5. 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-791.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 4.0 base score 8.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (4th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-54294
Weakness: CWE-791
Published: 2025-03-25
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

An Incomplete Filtering of Special Elements vulnerability in scripts using the SSH server on B&R APROL <4.4-00P5 may allow an authenticated local attacker to authenticate as another legitimate user.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-45481?: An Incomplete Filtering of Special Elements vulnerability in scripts using the SSH server on B&R APROL <4.4-00P5 may allow an authenticated local attacker to authenticate as another legitimate user.
How severe is CVE-2024-45481?: CVE-2024-45481 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2024-45481 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (4th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-45481?: 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-2024-45481 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-45481 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-54294.
When was CVE-2024-45481 published?: CVE-2024-45481 was published on 2025-03-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.br-automation.com/fileadmin/SA24P015-77573c08.pdf

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