How severe is CVE-2024-49396?

CVE-2024-49396 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.7, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2024-49396 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (29th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-49396?

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-2024-49396 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-49396 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-43423.

When was CVE-2024-49396 published?

CVE-2024-49396 was published on 2024-10-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-49396

CVE-2024-49396 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.7. 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-522.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 4.0 base score 8.7)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (29th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-43423
Weakness: CWE-522
Published: 2024-10-17
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The affected product is vulnerable due to insufficiently protected credentials, which may allow an attacker to impersonate Elvaco and send false information.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-49396?: The affected product is vulnerable due to insufficiently protected credentials, which may allow an attacker to impersonate Elvaco and send false information.
How severe is CVE-2024-49396?: CVE-2024-49396 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.7, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2024-49396 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (29th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-49396?: 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-2024-49396 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-49396 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-43423.
When was CVE-2024-49396 published?: CVE-2024-49396 was published on 2024-10-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-291-01

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