CVE-2024-48459
CVE-2024-48459 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3. 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-78.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.3)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 8% (94th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-43019
- Weakness: CWE-78
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- Last modified:
Description
A command execution vulnerability exists in the AX2 Pro home router produced by Shenzhen Tenda Technology Co., Ltd. (Jixiang Tenda) v.DI_7003G-19.12.24A1V16.03.29.50;V16.03.29.50;V16.03.29.50. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by constructing a malicious payload to execute commands and further obtain shell access to the router's file system with the highest privileges.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2024-48459?
- A command execution vulnerability exists in the AX2 Pro home router produced by Shenzhen Tenda Technology Co., Ltd. (Jixiang Tenda) v.DI_7003G-19.12.24A1V16.03.29.50;V16.03.29.50;V16.03.29.50. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by constructing a malicious payload to execute commands and further obtain shell access to the router's file system with the highest privileges.
- How severe is CVE-2024-48459?
- CVE-2024-48459 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over an adjacent network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2024-48459 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 8% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- How do I fix CVE-2024-48459?
- 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-2024-48459 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2024-48459 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-43019.
- When was CVE-2024-48459 published?
- CVE-2024-48459 was published on 2024-10-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
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